Risky pregnancies refer to situations in which there are factors that may affect the health of the mother or baby. Especially in mothers who have had previous cesarean sections, the risk may increase with each next cesarean delivery due to changes in the structure of the uterus.
5th and 6th Caesarean Section Births
The 5th and 6th cesarean deliveries refer to situations in which the mother has previously undergone five or six caesarean sections. These situations can be risky because after each cesarean section, the uterine tissue may weaken, the scar tissue may increase, and the risk of complications may increase.
Possible Risks
- Uterine Rupture: Scar tissue formed after previous cesarean section operations may cause weakening of the uterine tissue. In this case, ruptures may occur, which are called uterine rupture.
- Bleeding: After multiple cesarean sections, the blood vessels in the uterus may weaken, which can lead to excessive bleeding during or after surgery.
- Immune Issues: After multiple caesarean sections, immune problems may occur at the surgery site and scar tissue, which can affect the healing process.
Measures and Planning
When planning 5th and 6th cesarean deliveries, a detailed evaluation should be made by a specialist health team. The risks and benefits should be carefully considered. In some cases, vaginal delivery or a different delivery method may be evaluated. If the health of the mother or baby is at risk, the birth team will try to give birth in the safest way by taking the necessary precautions.
5th and 6th cesarean deliveries can be risky situations that need to be carefully managed from a medical point of view. In each cesarean delivery, planning and management should be done by a specialist health team, taking into account the effects on the uterine tissue. Maternal and infant health should be considered as a priority.

