Can a Cesarean section be performed at 39 weeks of pregnancy?

Patient's question:

I am 39 weeks pregnant! Can I have a C-section?

Doctor's answer:

Hello, pregnant women should avoid elective cesarean sections before 39 weeks of pregnancy without medical reasons to prevent serious complications in the baby, especially respiratory diseases. Premature infants have underdeveloped organs and a higher mortality rate after birth. Pregnant women should best avoid elective cesarean sections before 39 weeks of pregnancy.