Perineal Lacerations

Perineal Lacerations INTRODUCTION: A perineal tear is a laceration of the skin and other soft tissue structures (innervated by Pudendal nerve)which, in women, separate the vagina from the anus. Perineal tears mainly occur in women as a result of vaginal childbirth, which strains the perineum. Tears vary widely in severity. The majority are superficial and require no treatment, but severe tears can […]