Surgical Incision of the Abdominal Wall to Remove the Fetus

Question

Surgical incision of the abdominal wall to remove the fetus is called a(n)________.
A) episiotomy
B) breech birth
C) abortion
D) cesarean section
E) parturition

Accepted Answer

Cesarean section is a surgical procedure in which a horizontal incision is made in the abdominal wall and uterus to deliver the baby. This may be necessary if there are complications during labor or if a vaginal birth is not possible.