Procedural

Question 1

cerclage

Answer 1

encirclement with a ring, loop, wire, or ligature; operation performed on cervix to prevent miscarriage

Question 2

amniotomy

Answer 2

making an opening through the amniotic membrane; this allows the amniotic fluid to escape

Question 3

cesarean section

Answer 3

birth of fetus through an incision in the mother’s abdomen and uterus

Question 4

episiotomy (perineotomy)

Answer 4

incision into the vulva (perineum); sometimes performed during delivery to prevent a traumatic tear of the vulva

Question 5

perineorrhaphy

Answer 5

repair of third degree episiotomy tear