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Episiotomy vs perineal tear: which is less traumatic?
Abstract:
Episiotomy is a well-established procedure in obstetric care worldwide. This article examines the available research and literature on episiotomy vs perineal tear to determine whether there is any evidence that episiotomy is indeed less traumatic than allowing the perineum to tear.

