Main Entry: sym·phy·si·ot·o·my Pronunciation: "sim(p)-f&-zE-'ät-&-mE, sim-"fiz-E- Function: noun Inflected Form: plural-mies : the operation of dividing the pubic symphysis (as to facilitate childbirth)
symphysiotomy sym·phys·i·ot·o·my (sĭm-fĭz'ē-ŏt'ə-mē, sĭm'fə-zē-) n. Surgical division of the pubic symphysis, especially to permit the passage of a fetus during delivery. Also called pelviotomy, synchondrotomy.
