midforceps

midforceps
mid·for·ceps -'fȯr-səps, -.seps n a procedure for delivery of an infant by the use of forceps after engagement has occurred but before the head has reached the lower part of the birth canal compare HIGH FORCEPS, LOW FORCEPS

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