During childbirth, an obstetrician may make which type of incision to enlarge the birth canal?
A) episiotomy
B) hysterotomy
C) orichiotomy
D) vaginotomy

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Episiotomy is a surgical incision made in the perineum (the area between the vagina and anus) to enlarge the birth canal during childbirth. This incision is made to prevent tearing of the perineum and to make delivery easier. Hysterotomy is a surgical incision made in the uterus, Orchiotomy is a surgical incision made in the testicle, and Vaginotomy is an incision made in the vagina for surgical procedures other than childbirth.

During Childbirth, an Obstetrician May Make Which Type of Incision