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dystocia

Pronunciation: [dɪˈstoʊʃə]

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Learn how to use dystocia in a sentence: 3 audio examples across 1 meaning.

Context: “medical”

(noun) a problem that happens during childbirth when the baby has trouble moving through the birth canal. This can make the delivery process longer or more complicated than usual.

Example

The doctors were prepared for possible dystocia during the delivery.

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Fortunately, there was no sign of dystocia, and the birth went smoothly.

Example

What is the plan if dystocia occurs during the labor?

How to pronounce dystocia

Pronunciation: [dɪˈstoʊʃə]

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