American journal of obstetrics and gynecology
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Am. J. Obstet. Gynecol. · Oct 2013
Randomized Controlled Trial Comparative StudyExtraperitoneal versus transperitoneal cesarean section: a prospective randomized comparison of surgical morbidity.
We sought to test the hypothesis that an extraperitoneal cesarean section (ECS) technique reduces postoperative pain without increasing intraoperative and postoperative complications. ⋯ An extraperitoneal approach to cesarean section appears to reduce postoperative pain, usage of analgesics, and intraoperative nausea without an increase in significant complications.