Third‐ and fourth‐degree tears: A review of the current evidence for prevention and management
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DOI: 10.1111/ajo.13127
Abstract: Third‐ and fourth‐degree tears are associated with significant pain, discomfort and impact on quality of life and intimate relationships. Australian women experience comparatively higher rates of third‐ and fourth‐degree tears relative to countries of similar… read more here.
Keywords: degree tears; tears review; fourth degree; third fourth ... See more keywords
Infection and wound breakdown in spontaneous second‐degree perineal tears: An exploratory mixed methods study
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DOI: 10.1111/birt.12389
Abstract: BACKGROUND Perineal trauma affects large numbers of women who have a vaginal birth. This study explores the incidence, etiology and women's experiences of wound infection/breakdown associated with spontaneous second degree tears. METHODS This was an… read more here.
Keywords: degree tears; infection wound; infection; study ... See more keywords