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The episiotomy crusade

open access: yes, 1994
This thesis traces and analyses the evolution of obstetrical and midwifery doctrine and use of episiotomy in the United States and United Kingdom. In the U.S., the routinization of episiotomy resulted from strenuous lobbying efforts of a small group of ...
Graham, Ian D. (Ian Douglas), 1961-
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How to repair an episiotomy

open access: yes, 2016
Rationale and key points: Skilful repair of an episiotomy is an important aspect of maternal health care. It is essential that midwives and doctors have the knowledge and skills to undertake this procedure in a safe and effective manner.
Cummins, B., Steen, M.
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Maternal risk factors for postpartum readmission following vacuum‐assisted vaginal delivery: A retrospective cohort study

open access: yesInternational Journal of Gynecology &Obstetrics, Volume 174, Issue 1, Page 416-423, July 2026.
Abstract Objective To identify risk factors associated with postpartum readmission following vacuum‐assisted vaginal delivery. Methods A retrospective cohort study at a single university‐affiliated tertiary medical center from 2012 to 2023, including all singleton pregnancies delivered at ≥37 weeks' gestation.
Itamar Gilboa   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Complicações da episiotomia no puerpério imediato. [PDF]

open access: yes, 1988
Trabalho de Conclusão de Curso - Universidade Federal de Santa Catarina, Centro de Ciências da Saúde, Departamento de Tocoginecologia, Curso de Medicina, Florianópolis ...
Ternes, Maria de Fátima
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Does episiotomy always equate violence in obstetrics? Routine and selective episiotomy in obstetric practice and legal questions [PDF]

open access: yes, 2019
OBJECTIVE: The study’s main goal is to figure out whether episiotomy, a widely applied invasive procedure, may constitute a determining factor of liability for practitioners according to the standards of obstetric violence.
Marinelli E.   +4 more
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Analysis of episiotomy incidence and risk factors in vaginal deliveries: a single-centerAJOG Global Reports at a Glance

open access: yesAJOG Global Reports
Introduction: Episiotomy is a surgical procedure involving the enlargement of the posterior vagina to facilitate the delivery of the baby. This study aims to further investigate the associated risk factors for episiotomy and the specific indications for ...
Suskhan Djusad, MD, PhD   +5 more
doaj   +1 more source

Clinical predictors of postpartum vaginal and vulvar hematomas and the need for surgical treatment

open access: yesPregnancy, Volume 2, Issue 4, July 2026.
Abstract Objective To identify risk factors for postpartum vaginal or vulvar hematoma and to determine clinical predictors of surgical intervention. Study design A retrospective matched case‐control study was conducted at a tertiary, university‐affiliated center (2012–2024).
Itai Atar   +5 more
wiley   +1 more source

Perineal Outcome after Restrictive use of Episiotomy in Primi-gravidas

open access: yesJournal of Nepal Medical Association, 2009
Introduction: Episiotomy is a common obstetrical practice that is believed to prevent severe lacerations. Principles of evidence based medicine raises questions on the utility of routine episiotomy.
A Joshi, R Acharya
doaj   +1 more source

Prognostic factors for wound complications after childbirth‐related perineal trauma: A systematic review and meta‐analysis

open access: yesActa Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, Volume 105, Issue 7, Page 1247-1264, July 2026.
Assisted vaginal birth is a risk factor for perineal wound complication. This review was limited by a paucity of existing research in the area; therefore, further robust and well‐powered primary research is required. Created in BioRender. Man, R. (2025) https://BioRender.com/3zsekbj.
Rebecca Man   +15 more
wiley   +1 more source

Severity of perineal tears and deviations in perineal body anatomy: A three‐dimensional ultrasound study

open access: yesActa Obstetricia et Gynecologica Scandinavica, Volume 105, Issue 7, Page 1295-1302, July 2026.
Sonographic deviations in the muscles fusing into the perineal body were increasingly common with greater perineal tear severity 1 year after delivery in primiparous women. Abstract Introduction Perineal tears are classified into four degrees based on severity.
Hanne Sether Lilleberg   +3 more
wiley   +1 more source

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