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Childbirth is a common factor which increases the risk of obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASIS). Damage to the anal sphincters increases the risk of anal incontinence, which has a debilitating… Click to show full abstract
Childbirth is a common factor which increases the risk of obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASIS). Damage to the anal sphincters increases the risk of anal incontinence, which has a debilitating impact on the quality of life. Post‐repair laxatives are prescribed in this group of women. However, there is no consensus regarding the type or frequency with which they are used, and available guidelines lack consistency and evidence to support the recommendations.
Keywords:
obstetric anal;
post repair;
anal sphincter
Journal Title: Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Year Published: 2022
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Journal Title: Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Year Published: 2022
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