C-Sections in Canadian Healthcare

These flashcards cover essential vocabulary related to C-sections and childbirth practices as discussed in a lecture on Canadian health services.

C-Section

A surgical procedure used to deliver a baby through incisions in the abdomen and uterus.

Dystocia

An extremely difficult or obstructed labor.

Cesarean delivery rate

The percentage of births that are delivered by C-section in a given population.

Repeat C-section

A subsequent C-section performed on a woman who has previously had at least one C-section.

Maternal request C-section

A C-section performed based on the mother's request without medical necessity.

Obstetricians

Medical doctors who specialize in pregnancy, childbirth, and a woman's reproductive system.

World Health Organization (WHO) recommendation

Guidelines established by the WHO suggesting that the optimal C-section rate should be around 15% of all deliveries.

Healthcare provider decision-making

The process by which healthcare providers determine the appropriate course of action for patient care.

Neonatal health outcomes

The health status and conditions of newborns.

Systematic review

A comprehensive survey of existing studies and literature on a specific topic to summarize evidence.