Perineal Tears Flashcards
1
Q
1st degree
A
Superficial skin + labia minoria
2
Q
2nd degree
A
Involves perineal muscles
3
Q
3rd degree
- a + b + c
A
Involves the external sphincter
3a = involves < 50% of the external anal sphincter
3b = involves > 50% of the external anal sphincter
3c = involves both external and internal anal sphincter
4
Q
4th degree
A
Involves rectal mucosa
5
Q
Management
A
1st - no suture
2nd - suture in labour ward
3rd + 4th - suture in theatre
