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Operative Births and Cesarean Section

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What is the definition of cesarean section (C/S)?

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Sel, G. (2020). Operative Births and Cesarean Section. In: Practical Guide to Oral Exams in Obstetrics and Gynecology . Springer, Cham. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-030-29669-8_16

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