Original Article

Mediolateral Episiotomy

Authors: W B INMON, M.D.

Abstract

Though the episiotomy is the most common obstetric operation, it is not as simple as it is often thought. The errors of omission or commission often result in complications requiring subsequent operations of repair. A complete knowledge of the anatomic structures involved is essential to adequate repair.

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