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Symphysiotomy
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. It is also known as pelviotomy, synchondrotomy,, pubiotomy, and Gigli's operation after Leonardo Gigli, who invented a saw commonly used in Europe to accomplish the operation.
Usage examples of "symphysiotomy".
Porro operation, laparotomy, symphysiotomy, all approved by science and the moral law.