pubiotomy

/ˌpjuːbɪˈɒtəmɪ/

Definitions

1. noun

a surgical incision made in the pubic bone, especially to facilitate childbirth

“The doctor performed an emergency pubiotomy to assist the delivery.”

Synonyms

  • craniotomy
  • perineal incision

Antonyms

  • cesarean section
  • normal delivery