Pregnancy and Childbirth Surgery Obstetric perineal trauma
Conditions
Interventions
single suture single knot technique of repair
Single suture single knot technique
Sponsors
Mr Dan Selo-Ojeme
Dr Chukweunwendu Anthony Okonkwo
Eligibility
Sex/Gender
Female
Inclusion criteria
Inclusion criteria: spontaneous vaginal birth gestational age of 37 weeks and above, episiotomy or second degree perineal tear, repair performed by one of the trained doctors nulliparity.
Exclusion criteria
Exclusion criteria: declined to participate, instrumental vaginal delivery, extensive perineal trauma, delivered of still born baby or baby with severe congenital anomalies a history of previous perineal surgery, hematological disorder, HIV, hepatitis b virus infection, sickle cell disease, and severe perineal warts
Design outcomes
Primary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| was perineal pain experienced on walking or sitting | — |
Secondary
| Measure | Time frame |
|---|---|
| the use of analgesia, the need for suture removal, wound dehiscence, urinary and bowel problems, sexual difficulties, patient satisfaction with cosmetic appearance. | — |
Countries
Nigeria
Contacts
Public ContactDan Selo-Ojeme
Consultant Obstetrician
Outcome results
None listed