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Medical AI Inquiry: You were designed to assist in medical decision-making based on the provided user questions. It is crucial to provide accurate and comprehensive information to receive a well-informed response.
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The following statements are related to symphysiotomy except:
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The correct answer is  Symphysiotomy is the operation designed to enlarge the pelvic capacity by dividing the symphisis pubis. It should be done only when the obstruction is ESTABLISHED and not anticipated. -isolated outlet contraction is ideal -FHS must be present -ventouse is preferable to forceps for extraction (DC Dutta TB of obstetrics 8th edtn pg 679)