symphysiotomy

symphysiotomy definition - medical

sym·phys·i·ot·o·my (sĭm-fĭzˌē-ŏtˈə-mē, sĭmˌfə-zē-)

noun
Surgical division of the pubic symphysis, especially to permit the passage of a fetus during delivery. Also called pelviotomy, synchondrotomy.

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