Cutting the vaginal orifice to prevent tearing of the tissue of the vulva during delivery is

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Episiotomy is the surgical incision of the perineum (the area between the vaginal opening and the anus) during childbirth to widen the vaginal opening and prevent tearing of the tissues of the vulva. Cerclage is the surgical procedure to stitch the cervix closed during pregnancy to prevent premature birth. C-section is the surgical delivery of a baby through incisions made in the mother's abdomen and uterus. Cephalic version is a procedure to manually turn a baby from a breech position (feet first) to a head-down position before delivery.

Cutting the Vaginal Orifice to Prevent Tearing of the Tissue