How a C-Section Works: The Anatomy Behind the Procedure 🏥👶 Let me walk you through what actually happens during a cesarean section using real cadaver anatomy! The Incision 🔪 Surgeons make an incision: Around the lower abdomen Vertically through the linea alba (midline) Separating the two rectus abdominis muscle heads After separating the rectus, they encounter a thin membrane called the peritoneum (they go through this too). What's Inside? 🫃 As I pull this back, you see: 1️⃣ Greater omentum

C-Sections Explained: Part 3 - Inside the Abdominal Cavity 👶✂️ Let's finally see what happens after cutting through the linea alba! Inside the Abdominal Cavity 🔬 After separating the rectus abdominis muscle heads, surgeons encounter the peritoneum (thin serous membrane)—they go through this too! What's Inside? 🫃 ✅ Greater omentum – Fatty apron-like tissue draping over intestines (but in full-term pregnancy, it's pushed out of the way!) ✅ Small intestine – Also pushed aside/behind the uterus d