SYMPHYSIOTOMY

Etymology

Noun

symphysiotomy (plural symphysiotomies)

A surgical procedure in which the cartilage of the pubic symphysis is divided to widen the pelvis, allowing childbirth when there is a mechanical problem.

Synonyms

• Gigli's operation

• pelviotomy

• pubiotomy

• synchondrotomy

Source: Wiktionary



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ENDLESSLY

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