symphysiotomy
/ˌsɪm.fɪ.zɪˈɒ.tə.mi/
symphysiotomy 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.
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
symphysiotomy meaning in Tamil
symphysiotomy in Tamil
- இணைவளரிவெட்டு
Synonyms of symphysiotomy
Forms of symphysiotomy
| plural | symphysiotomies |
|---|---|
| alternative form | symphyseotomy |
| alternative form | symphysotomy |
Origin of symphysiotomy
From symphysis + -otomy.
Questions about symphysiotomy
- What does symphysiotomy mean?
- 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.
- What is symphysiotomy in Tamil?
- Symphysiotomy in Tamil is இணைவளரிவெட்டு. See Symphysiotomy meaning in Tamil.
- What part of speech is symphysiotomy?
- Symphysiotomy is a noun.
- How do you pronounce symphysiotomy?
- Symphysiotomy is pronounced /ˌsɪm.fɪ.zɪˈɒ.tə.mi/ (UK).
- What is the plural of symphysiotomy?
- The plural of symphysiotomy is symphysiotomies.
Words near symphysiotomy in the dictionary
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