Childbirth-related perineal trauma and its complications: prevalence, risk factors and management

Rebecca Man; Victoria Morton; R. Katie Morris

doi:10.1016/j.ogrm.2024.06.003

Childbirth-related perineal trauma and its complications: prevalence, risk factors and management

Rebecca Man, Victoria Morton, R. Katie Morris

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Abstract

Childbirth related perineal trauma is extremely common after vaginal birth. Limited evidence suggests that subsequent complications such as wound infection or dehiscence occur frequently, yet interventions aimed at improving outcomes in this large group of women remain scarce. Here, we review the different types of tear after childbirth, their prevalence, risk factors, complications and best management, as well as exploring the evidence underlying current recommendations and practice.

Original language	English
Journal	Obstetrics, Gynaecology and Reproductive Medicine
DOIs	https://doi.org/10.1016/j.ogrm.2024.06.003
Publication status	E-pub ahead of print - 19 Jun 2024

Keywords

First degree tear
fourth degree tear
OASI
OASIS
obstetric anal sphincter injury
perineal tear
postnatal
second degree tear
third degree tear

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Childbirth-related perineal trauma and its complications: prevalence, risk factors and management

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