to have an episiotomy
1Episiotomy — An episiotomy (pronEng|ɛˌpiːziːˈɒtəmiː) is a surgical incision through the perineum made to enlarge the vagina and assist childbirth. The incision can be midline or at an angle from the posterior end of the vulva, is performed under local… …
2Perineal dilator — A perineal dilator is an inflatable bubble like device used to prepare women for the experience of childbirth. The device, usually made out of silicone, is inserted into the vagina and inflated, and then pushed out. Use of the device allows… …
3Water birth — is a method of giving birth, which involves immersion in warm water. Proponents believe this method to be safe and provides many benefits for both mother and infant, including pain relief and a less traumatic birth experience for the baby.… …
4Vulva — Human vulva Human vulva with natural pubic hair …
5parturition — /pahr too rish euhn, tyoo , choo /, n. Biol. the process of bringing forth young. [1640 50; < LL parturition (s. of parturitio) travail, equiv. to L parturit(us) (ptp. of parturire; see PARTURIENT) + ion ION] * * * I or birth or childbirth or… …
6Forceps in childbirth — Intervention ICD 9 CM 72.0 72.4 Forceps are a surgical instrument that resembles a pair of tongs and …
7Lithotomy position — The lithotomy position is a medical term referring to a common position for surgical procedures and medical examinations involving pelvis and lower abdomen. References to the position have been found in some of the oldest known medical documents… …
8Obstetrics — Further information: Obstetrics and gynaecology Obstetrician Occupation Names Doctor, consultant, medical specialist Activity sectors Medicine and surgery Description Education required Medical training and specialised postgr …
9Dammschnitt — Variationen Ein Dammschnitt (medizinisch Episiotomie) ist das Einschneiden des Dammes der Frau bei der Geburt, um einen schwierigen Geburtsvorgang zu erleichtern, beispielsweise im Falle einer Steißgeburt. Der vielerorts übliche „präventive“… …
10Episiotomie — Dammschnitt Variationen Ein Dammschnitt (medizinisch Episiotomie) ist das Einschneiden des Dammes der Frau bei der Geburt, um einen schwierigen Geburtsvorgang zu erleichtern, beispielsweise im Falle einer Steißgeburt. Der vielerorts übliche… …
