episiotomy

• Incisión quirúrgica realizada en el perineo para ampliar la abertura vaginal durante el parto, con el fin de facilitar el alumbramiento y prevenir desgarros.

A surgical incision made in the perineum to enlarge the vaginal opening during childbirth, intended to facilitate delivery and prevent tearing.

1. Surgical incision during childbirthC2formalmedical

   A surgical cut made in the perineum (the area between the vagina and anus) to enlarge the vaginal opening during delivery, helping to prevent severe tearing and facilitate the birth of the baby.

   Episiotomía

   • The doctor performed an episiotomy to assist with the difficult delivery.
   • Episiotomies are now performed less routinely than in the past.
   • After the episiotomy, the midwife carefully stitched the incision.

   Sinónimosperineotomy