Shining a light on postnatal perineal granulation tissue

Int J Gynaecol Obstet. 2022 Oct;159(1):315-316. doi: 10.1002/ijgo.14297. Epub 2022 Jun 25.

Abstract

Perineal granulation tissue affects 2.7% of vaginal deliveries. Associated with nulliparity and instrumental delivery, it causes pain and delays recovery for new mothers.

Keywords: granulation tissue; obstetric labor complications; parturition; perineum; postpartum period; pregnancy; delivery.

MeSH terms

  • Delivery, Obstetric
  • Episiotomy
  • Female
  • Granulation Tissue
  • Humans
  • Lacerations*
  • Obstetric Labor Complications*
  • Perineum / injuries
  • Pregnancy