The dangers of general anesthesia for cesarean section

Before performing a cesarean section, anesthesia is required, and anesthesia is usually spinal anesthesia, which is a form of general anesthesia. Local anesthesia is often not used because cesarean section is a relatively large surgery. Naturally, after spinal anesthesia, it will have certain effects on pregnant women. If it is not properly taken care of, certain complications may occur, such as physical discomfort, memory loss, etc.

Harm of general anesthesia for cesarean section

If it is general anesthesia, the anesthetic drugs may pass through the embryo and reach the fetus' body, then the drugs will directly affect the fetus' body, which will have a great impact on the fetus's brain development and body growth. Caesarean section will seriously affect the health of the fetus. In serious cases, asphyxiation may occur, so general anesthesia is not recommended.

General anesthesia is achieved by inhaling anesthetics through the breathing system or injecting them. It will cause loss of consciousness and no feeling of pain. Pregnant women will also enter a coma and may experience temporary blurred vision, dizziness, headaches, etc. after waking up. These are all side effects of anesthetics. If the physical condition allows, it is recommended to use the semi-anesthesia method.

If the physical condition permits, it is recommended to choose natural delivery, which is a good method for both the fetus and the pregnant woman. Caesarean section with anesthesia requires very high technical requirements of the doctor. In order to ensure the safety of the operation, it is necessary to choose a reliable hospital and cooperate with the doctor for Caesarean section to avoid problems during the operation or complications after the operation.

What are the reasons for a cesarean section?

When the pregnant mother has the following conditions, the doctor may suggest you consider cesarean section: pelvic abnormalities (narrow or deformed), transverse position of the fetus, cephalopelvic disproportion, placenta previa, placental abruption, serious pregnancy complications or diseases (such as combined heart disease, cholestasis of pregnancy), multiple pregnancy, fetal intrauterine distress, obvious abnormalities in the delivery process, uterine scar precursor uterine rupture, etc.