Family medicine physician identification of obstetric lacerations: a US national survey

ConclusionsObstetric laceration diagnoses may be inaccurate, which could influence perinatal quality and patient outcomes. We found gaps in knowledge similar to previous reports on midwives and obstetricians in the USA. These data suggest a need for increased education and training on obstetric injuries, perhaps especially for physicians with less obstetric activity. Improved categorization and identification of vaginal delivery trauma can impact management and improve women ’s postpartum care and long-term pelvic floor outcomes.
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - Category: OBGYN Source Type: research