Turkey’s health ministry has fined more than 100 obstetrician-gynaecologists for carrying out cesarean sections, suspending them from duty and forcing them to undergo training.The country has the highest rate of C-section births among the OECD’s 38 nations, according to the last available data from 2023, with around 615 such procedures out of every 1,000 live births that year.Medical professionals said C-sections were more time-efficient for medical staff – 30 minutes, versus 12 hours for a traditional delivery – and lowered the risk of legal action over complications, ensuring a guarantee of safety for both the doctor and the woman.
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Erdogan pushes for ‘natural’ births amid Turkey’s high C-section rate
Turkey's health ministry has taken action against over 100 obstetrician-gynaecologists for performing cesarean sections, imposing fines, suspensions, and mandatory training. This initiative comes as Turkey has the highest C-section rate among OECD nations, with approximately 615 procedures per 1,000 live births in 2023.
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Turkey's health ministry has taken action against over 100 obstetrician-gynaecologists for performing cesarean sections, imposing fines, suspensions, and mandatory training. This initiative comes as Turkey has the highest C-section rate among OECD nations, with approximately 615 procedures per 1,000 live births in 2023. Medical professionals cited C-sections as being more time-efficient for staff, taking about 30 minutes compared to 12 hours for traditional delivery. Additionally, they noted that C-sections reduce the risk of legal action related to complications, offering a guarantee of safety for both doctors and patients.
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Erdogan is pushing for 'natural' births amidst Turkey's high C-section rate.
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Turkey has the highest rate of C-section births among OECD nations, with 615 per 1,000 live births in 2023.
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Turkey's health ministry fined over 100 obstetrician-gynaecologists for performing cesarean sections.
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Medical professionals stated C-sections are more time-efficient (30 minutes vs. 12 hours) and reduce legal risks.
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