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Pain relief with Minor Surgery (Epsiotomy) What is epsiotomy This is a minor procedure that involves
a surgical incision in the perineum to enlarge the vaginal opening before
the birth of the baby's head, to ease a normal vaginal delivery.
There are two types of epsiotomies: the median and the mediolateral. The
median incision is made at the back towards the rectum and the mediolateral
one slants away from the rectum.
What are the benefits of epsiotomy An epsiotomy can considerably shorten the time consuming, painful and pushing stage of labour. It prevents injury to the muscles of the vagina and perineum and protects the foetal head from being compressed through a smaller opening. It is especially beneficial in the case of prolonged labour, exhaustion and foetal distress. Moreover, it is certainly better to have a proper incision made rather than suffering a vaginal laceration. To add your views on this article or read others comments Click Here
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