Researchers Warn Planned C-Section Births Can Increase Risk of Childhood Cancers

Researchers warn planned C-section births can increase risk of childhood cancers

One in three women in the US has a C-section to give birth

Planned C-Section Births Linked To Higher Risk Of Leukaemia: Study

Having a planned caesarean section during delivery could be related to an increased risk of leukaemia -- a blood cancer -- later in the child's life, compared with an emergency C-section, a study has...

Effects of vaginal microbiota transfer on the neurodevelopment and microbiome of cesarean-born infants: A blinded randomized controlled trial

Study: C-Section Type Influences Child Leukaemia Risk

Research finds a 21% higher risk of leukaemia in children born via planned C-section compared to emergency procedures, suggesting the role of vaginal bacteria exposure.

Planned C-sections can increase the risk of certain childhood cancers, researchers say

Study finds planned C-section babies may be at higher risk of developing leukemia later in life

A C-section delivery of a child involves making a surgical cut in the mother’s abdomen and uterus. It can be planned or arise as an emergency during labour