Risks of a C Section Infection

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While the risks of a C Section infection are relatively low, it’s important to remember it’s still a major surgery and much riskier than a vaginal delivery. All surgeries come with a risk of infection, along with other complications. So what are your risks of a C Section infection? Here’s a look.

C Section Infection Risks
About 40% of women who have a C Section develop an infection of the uterine tissues. This condition is actually called postpartum endomyometrisis and is 20 times more likely if you’ve had a C-Section after a normal vaginal delivery. An incision infection occurs in 2.5 to 15% of women. Urinary tract infections are also very common and affect around 16% of C-Section patients. This infection is easily treated with antibiotics and is generally due to the use of a urinary catheter.