Delivery is a complex process and some complications can occur when the delivery is induced through the natural way. In such cases, it is necessary that a doctor should intervene.  One of the methods in which a doctor intervenes in a delivery is caesarean section. It is quite commonly used in the world.

Caesarean section is a delivery in which surgical incisions are made in the abdomen and uterus. In this way path is made for the delivery of the baby. It is a major surgery. More it is costly. However, is extremely important when there is a chance of occurrence of complications by the natural way of delivery.

Generally, caesarean section is recommended in the cases of precious fetus, when there is no progress in the labor, maternal or fetal distress, present-eclampsia, herpes, infections, ruptures of injuries in placenta, uterus, etc. in these cases either the mother or the fetus or both of them are at risk.  Therefore, the methods as caesarean section are very crucial.

Even though caesarean section may be a major surgery, techniques and procedures used for caesarean section have developed greatly. Because of this, most of the risks associated with it have been eliminated. Today caesarean section is a popular and safe surgery.