In 2023, 18,223 cesarean sections were performed, of which 2,999 were without medical reasons - 20,359 women gave birth physiologically

In 2023, 18,223 cesarean sections were performed, of which 2,999 were of the mother's desire, without a medical reason.

"InterpressNews" was informed about this in response to public information requested from the National Center for Disease Control.

As for the classification of cesarean sections, it looks like this:

Fetal condition - 2955

Transferred cesarean section - 6195

Failed action - 264

Physiological testimony -1693

Other - 4117

As for the age distribution, the most cesarean sections are recorded in the 20-29 age group.

In addition, 20,359 women gave birth physiologically last year.