Recent research on cesarean section and on the health burden of cancer

Authors

  • José Pacheco-Romero Expert Extraordinary Professor, Faculty of Medicine, Universidad Nacional Mayor de San Marcos, Lima, Perú; Honorary Academician, Academia Peruana de Cirugía; Editor, Revista Peruana de Ginecología y Obstetricia

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.31403/rpgo.v64i2122

Abstract

Cesarean section is the most commonly performed surgical procedure in the United States, with nearly 1.3 million cases performed each year. After rising for several decades, the cesarean rate has plateaued at approximately 32% of all deliveries(1). In Peru, the rate has continued increasing from 22.9% in 2011 to 34.8% in 2017(2). The rate is higher in social security hospitals and much more in private hospitals.

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Published

2018-12-11

How to Cite

Pacheco-Romero, J. (2018). Recent research on cesarean section and on the health burden of cancer. The Peruvian Journal of Gynecology and Obstetrics, 64(4), 549–553. https://doi.org/10.31403/rpgo.v64i2122

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