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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 ]
From approximately 2000, there was a controversy over the use of symphysiotomies during childbirth in the Republic of Ireland between 1944 and 1987. In 2002 an advocacy group called Survivors of Symphysiotomy (SoS) was set up in Ireland alleging religiously motivated symphysiotomies were performed without consent and against best medical practice in Republic of Ireland between 1944 and 1987.
Symphysiotomy is the surgical opening of the symphysis pubis. This procedure can be completed more rapidly than Caesarean sections and does not require anesthesia, making it a more accessible option in places with less advanced medical technology. [ 18 ]
Fetal surgery draws principally from the fields of surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, and pediatrics- especially the sub-specialties of neonatology (care of newborns), maternal-fetal medicine (care of high-risk pregnancies), and pediatric surgery. It often involves training in obstetrics, pediatrics, and mastery of both invasive and non ...
Symphysiotomy, which involves separating the fused isthmus in order to release the kidneys, used to be a recommended treatment for this condition but has fallen out of favor due to complications and minimal benefit. [1] [15] Furthermore, kidneys can remain in their original abnormal location after the surgery.
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Operative vaginal delivery, also known as assisted or instrumental vaginal delivery, is a vaginal delivery that is assisted by the use of forceps or a vacuum extractor. [1] ...