episiotomy
noun
an incision into the perineum and vagina to allow sufficient clearance for birth.
episiotomies
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pluralof episiotomy.plural
The grammatical form denoting more than one person, place, thing, or idea.
Example Sentences
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Testimony reopened scars of unnecessary episiotomies, which prosecution witness Mack equated to a perineal tear.
From Salon ● Sep. 2, 2026
There have been documented injuries to the clitoris in procedures including pelvic mesh surgeries, episiotomies during childbirth and even hip surgeries.
From New York Times ● Oct. 17, 2022
But the continuously monitored mothers are subjected to significantly more interventions—oxytocin stimulation, forceps deliveries, episiotomies, C-sections, etc.—with their attendant expenses and complications.
From Scientific American ● Feb. 7, 2019
He said he has adapted his practice as views of episiotomies have changed and estimated that his personal rate now stands at about 5% — the rate identified as optimal by patient safety advocates.
From Los Angeles Times ● Dec. 9, 2018
And staff try to avoid surgical procedures, such as episiotomies and Caesarean sections, that are too dangerous for workers and patients.
From Nature ● Mar. 3, 2015
