Multiple choice

Which of the following names is given to surgical incision of perineum and the posterior vaginal wall to enlarge the opening for delivery?

  1. Hysterectomy

  2. Symphysiotomy

  3. Episiotomy

  4. Resuscitative hysterotomy

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C Correct answer
Explanation

An episiotomy is an incision through the area between vaginal opening and the anus called perineum. It’s done to make the vaginal opening larger for childbirth.