Episiotomy: A Too Often Unnecessary and Harmful Practice
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Yet, literature review shows little evidence to this. Episiotomy may predispose the gravid woman to thirdand fourth-degree lacerations. It could therefore be argued if this intervention is beneficial [5]. In fact, routine execution of episiotomy is now increasingly subjected to doubt, as much as its role as a protective factor against pelvic floor disorders. Another issue that is more considered than before is quality of life [6].
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