Meaning Of The Word Episiotomy

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episiotomy in American English
an incision of the perineum, often performed during childbirth to prevent injury to the vagina
noun: an incision into the perineum and vagina to allow sufficient clearance for birth

episiotomy in British English
noun: surgical incision into the perineum during the late stages of labour to prevent its laceration during childbirth and to make delivery easier

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