episiotomy mcq discussion

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� EPISIOTOMY – Meaning / Definition:- -Episiotomy is a surgical incision of the perineum (area between vaginal opening and anus) made during the second stage of labour to enlarge the vaginal opening and facilitate childbirth. Types of Episiotomy:- � Midline (Median) Episiotomy Incision: Straight down toward the anus Advantages: Less pain, easier repair, less blood loss Disadvantage: ↑ Risk of extension into anal sphincter � Mediolateral Episiotomy (Most common in India �) Incision: Diagonal, away from anus Advantages: ↓ Risk of anal sphincter injury Disadvantages: More pain & blood loss than midline � Lateral Episiotomy Incision: Lateral from vaginal opening Status: Rarely used (↑ bleeding) � J-Shaped Episiotomy Incision: Curved away from anus Status: Rarely practiced Indications:- � R