The following statements are related to symphysiotomy except:
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)
The operation is done only when obstruction is anticipated
Isolated outlet contraction is the ideal case
FHS must be present
Ventouse is preferable to forceps for extraction
Abnormal labor