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Sympathicoblastoma

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A surgical procedure to effect an immediate dramatic increase in the size of the pelvic outlet to permit delivery of a baby.

The cartilage of the symphysis pubis (where the pubic bones come together) is surgically divided in the procedure which can be a life-saver for the baby.

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