
|Slideshows|September 2, 2019
The four classifications of perineal lacerations
Author(s)Sara Cichowski, MD, Rebecca G. Rogers, MD
Perineal laceration occur in up to 80% of vaginal deliveries and the severity of lacerations varies from minor lacerations that affect the skin or superficial structures of the perineum to more severe lacerations that damage the muscles fo the anal sphincter complex and rectum.
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Perineal laceration occur in up to 80% of vaginal deliveries and the severity of lacerations varies from minor lacerations that affect the skin or superficial structures of the perineum to more severe lacerations that damage the muscles fo the anal sphincter complex and rectum.For more information:Â Managing complications of perineal lacerations
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