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Chapter-07 Perineal Repair

BOOK TITLE: Childbirth & Obstetric Techniques

Author
1. Webster Sophia NE
2. Al-Azzawi Farook
ISBN
9789386107022
DOI
10.5005/jp/books/14150_8
Edition
3/e
Publishing Year
2018
Pages
16
Author Affiliations
1. The Newcastle upon Tyne Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust, Tyne and Wear, United Kingdom
2. University Hospitals of Leicester NHS Trust Leicester, United Kingdom
Chapter keywords
Perineal repair, episiotomy repair, midline episiotomy, posterolateral episiotomy, mediolateral episiotomy, vaginal tears, second-degree perineal tear

Abstract

This chapter discusses the perineal repair. The technique of perineal repair is based on three basic surgical principles: Identification of the structures involved—most importantly the vaginal mucosa, perineal muscles, external and internal anal sphincter, rectal mucosa, and anal epithelium, assurance that a dead space is not left following the repair to minimize the risk of hematoma formation and infection, and careful apposition of the anatomical layers to ensure the best chance of healing and minimize long-term symptoms. Episiotomy repair, repair of midline episiotomy, posterolateral episiotomy, mediolateral episiotomy, and second-degree perineal tears are some other important topics, which are also covered in this chapter. 27 well-colored clinical images are also presented in this chapter.

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