An episiotomy is most likely to be performed when ______ occurs.

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An episiotomy is most likely to be performed when crowning occurs, which is when the baby's head is visible at the vaginal opening, but the perineum (the area between the vagina and anus) is not yet fully stretched. An episiotomy is a surgical cut made to the perineum to widen the vaginal opening and allow the baby to be delivered more easily. It is typically only done if there is concern about tearing or if delivery needs to be expedited for the health of the mother or baby.

An Episiotomy Is Most Likely to Be Performed When ______