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Symphysiotomy
Surgical procedure assisting childbirth / From Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
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Symphysiotomy is 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 (obstructed labour). It is also known as pelviotomy[1] and synchondrotomy.[1] It has largely been supplanted by C-sections, with the exception of certain rare obstetric emergencies or in resource poor settings.