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Study: Women Who Have General Anesthesia During C-Sections More Likely To Experience Postpartum Depression

(CNN) -- Women who have general anesthesia during C-sections are significantly more likely to experience severe postpartum depression resulting in hospitalization, suicidal thoughts or self-harm, ...
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Some women who have C-sections are at higher risk for postpartum depression, researchers say

The type of anesthesia a woman receives during a cesarean delivery can play a big role in reducing her risk for postpartum depression, new research suggests. Regional anesthesia may be better for a ...
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1 in 7 mothers experience inadequate pain relief during C-section, new recommendations from anesthesiologists help address the problem

(BPT) – Nearly a third of all births in the U.S. — more than 1.3 million — are delivered by cesarean section (C-section) each year. While their baby’s safety is top of mind, mothers are likely also ...
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Slight Benefit Seen for Regional Anesthesia Over General Anesthesia for C-Section

FRIDAY, Nov. 21, 2025 (HealthDay News) -- For cesarean delivery, regional anesthesia is associated with slightly higher Apgar scores and less frequent need for neonatal respiratory support compared ...
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Women Who Have General Anesthesia During C-Sections Are More Likely To Experience Postpartum Depression, Study Finds

(CNN) --Women who have general anesthesia during C-sections are significantly more likely to experience severe post-partum depression resulting in hospitalization, suicidal thoughts or self-harm, ...