Analytical, Diagnostic and Therapeutic Techniques, and Equipment

Episiotomy

An incision of the posterior vaginal wall and a portion of the pudenda which enlarges the vaginal introitus to facilitate delivery and prevent lacerations.

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Abstract

An incision of the posterior vaginal wall and a portion of the pudenda which enlarges the vaginal introitus to facilitate delivery and prevent lacerations.

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Synonyms

1 entry terms
  • Episiotomies

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17 allowable subheadings

Indexed with the subheadings adverse effects, classification, economics, education, ethics, history, instrumentation, legislation & jurisprudence, methods, mortality, nursing, psychology, rehabilitation, standards, statistics & numerical data, trends, veterinary.

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  1. E04w.520.252.750w

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WQ 415

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References

  1. National Library of Medicine. Episiotomy. Medical Subject Headings (MeSH). 2026. Unique ID D004841. http://id.nlm.nih.gov/mesh/2026/D004841
  2. Episiotomy. In: Wikipedia. https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Episiotomy
  3. Episiotomy. In: Wikidata. https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q1137446