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/ˌsɪm.fɪ.zɪˈɒ.tə.mi/ · noun
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..
Use symphysiotomy when its meaning, tone and grammar fit the full sentence. A synonym is not always a direct replacement.
Symphysiotomy means 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..
Common synonyms include Gigli's operation, pelviotomy, pubiotomy, synchondrotomy.
The opposite depends on the specific sense.
Use symphysiotomy where its definition matches the intended context.
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