First and Second Stage Risk Factors Associated with Perineal Lacerations

ConclusionOperative vaginal delivery is a modifiable risk factor associated with an increased risk of perineal laceration. Amnioinfusion appeared protective against injury, which could reflect a spurious finding, but may also represent true risk reduction similar to the mechanism of warm perineal compress.
Source: Maternal and Child Health Journal - Category: Health Management Source Type: research