Symphysiotomy

Symphysiotomy
The black area marked by a "5" is the pubic symphysis, which is divided during the procedure
ICD-9-CM	73.94
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Symphysiotomy is a surgical procedure in which the cartilage of the pubic symphysis is divided to widen the pelvis allowing childbirth when there is a mechanical problem (obstructed labour). It is also known as pelviotomy^[1] and synchondrotomy.^[1] It has largely been supplanted by C-sections, with the exception of certain rare obstetric emergencies or in resource poor settings.