Health Condition 1: O709- Perineal laceration during delivery, unspecified
Conditions
Interventions
Intervention1: Continuous non locking suturing technique: Episiotomy repair will be performed using a continuous non-locking technique. The vaginal mucosa will be sutured continuously from the apex do
Sponsors
Dr Shiwangi Tewari
Eligibility
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: Singleton pregnancy with cephalic presentation Normal body mass index 18.5 to 22.9 kg/m2 Full term gestational age 37 to 41 weeks Normal neonate weight 2.5 to 3.9 kg Those who underwent mediolateral episiotomy Those who are willing to participate in the study
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: Women with HIV AIDS (acquired immunodeficiency syndrome) Hepatitis B virus infection HCV infection Suspected genital infection Extensive varicose veins of the external genitalia 3rd or 4th degree of perineal tears, and no access to a phone line (for follow-up) Diabetes mellitus Instrumental vaginal delivery
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| Visual Analogue ScaleTimepoint: 6,12,24,48 hours postpartum | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| REEDA ScaleTimepoint: Day 2 and 1 month post partum;Cosmetic disfigurement, patient satisfaction and anal sphincter dysfunctionTimepoint: 1 month post partum | — |
Countries
India
Contacts
Public ContactDr Moirangthem Rameswar Singh
Regional Institute of Medical Sciences
Outcome results
None listed