episiotomy

Examples of episiotomy in the following topics:

• Episiotomy

  • An episiotomy is a cut made to the perineum to allow a baby to be born without tearing the perineum.
  • The cut is called an episiotomy.
  • Episiotomy is done as prophylaxis against soft-tissue-trauma.
  • Some childbirth facilities have a policy of routine episiotomy.
  • 1)The midline episiotomy, the line of incision is central over the anus.

• Perineum

  • Perineal tears and episiotomy often occur in childbirth with first-time deliveries, but the risk of these injuries can be reduced by preparing the perineum through massage.

• Oxytocin and Childbirth

  • At this point, if necessary, the birth attendant may perform an episiotomy, which is a small surgical incision in the peritoneum.
  • An episiotomy is performed to allow the baby's head to pass through the vagina.