Cesarean delivery is associated with a blood loss of about?

Cesarean delivery is associated with a blood loss of about?

• A. 100 mL
• B. 250 mL
• C. 500 mL
• D. 1000 mL

Answer: (D)

Cesarean delivery typically results in more blood loss than vaginal delivery, because the uterus is opened surgically and placental separation may proceed with more vascular disruption. The expected amount is about one liter (around 1000 mL), making this the best choice among the options. Values like 100 mL or 250 mL are far too low for a cesarean, and 500 mL is more typical of vaginal delivery; the cesarean scenario commonly involves greater bleeding, often approaching a liter. This expectation helps guide intraoperative fluid management and readiness for blood product support.

Cesarean delivery typically results in more blood loss than vaginal delivery, because the uterus is opened surgically and placental separation may proceed with more vascular disruption. The expected amount is about one liter (around 1000 mL), making this the best choice among the options. Values like 100 mL or 250 mL are far too low for a cesarean, and 500 mL is more typical of vaginal delivery; the cesarean scenario commonly involves greater bleeding, often approaching a liter. This expectation helps guide intraoperative fluid management and readiness for blood product support.