Effect of perineal massage in the second stage of labour, on the incidence of episiotomy and perineal tears

@article{Raja2019EffectOP,
  title={Effect of perineal massage in the second stage of labour, on the incidence of episiotomy and perineal tears},
  author={Abinaya Raja and Pallavee P. and Rupal Samal},
  journal={International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology},
  year={2019}
}
  • Abinaya RajaP. P.Rupal Samal
  • Published 26 March 2019
  • Medicine
  • International Journal of Reproduction, Contraception, Obstetrics and Gynecology
Background: This study aimed to investigate whether perineal massage during second stage of labour could decrease perineal trauma in the form of episiotomy and perineal tears.Methods: One hundred and fifty term antenatal women in labour were randomly assigned to two groups, one of which received perineal massage and the other received routine care during the second stage. Frequency of episiotomies, perineal tears, intact perineums, degrees of perineal tears, duration of second stage of labour… 
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