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A doctor conducting a natural childbirth.
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When does the doctor decide whether to do an episiotomy?
The decision to perform an episiotomy is generally not made until the second stage of labor, when delivery of the baby is imminent.
What is something that performs like the nucleus?
DNA
Which structure of a bacteria cell performs a similar function to the skin of a human?
The structure of a bacteria cell that performs a similar function to the skin of a human is the cell wall.
What cellpart performs cellular respiration?
Cytoplasm and mitochondria
Which group in an ecosytem performs photosynthesis?
Autotrophs Producers
What is a surgical incision made to prevent tearing of the tissues as the infants moves out of the birth canal called?
Are you asking about the name of the procedure the doctor performs to prevent tearing as the baby is born? If so it is called an episiotomy and the doctor makes a cut in the area to allow more room for the baby to be born so there will not be a tear which can be irregular causing more of a problem that a nice clean surgical cut. Not to mention probably a more painful delivery and /or recovery if a significant tear occurs.
During what stage of labor is an episiotomy done?
An episiotomy is done during the second stage of labor
How do you spell appeziotomy?
The surgical procedure, usually only performed during childbirth, is spelled episiotomy.
When does the doctor decide whether to do an episiotomy?
The decision to perform an episiotomy is generally not made until the second stage of labor, when delivery of the baby is imminent.
What risks exist for the patient in undergoing an episiotomy?
Several side effects of episiotomy have been reported, including infection, increased pain, prolonged healing time, and increased discomfort once sexual intercourse is resumed. There is also the risk that the episiotomy incision.
What characteristics does an abnormal episiotomy have?
An episiotomy incision that is too long or deep may extend into the rectum, causing more bleeding and an increased risk of infection. Additional tearing or tissue damage may occur beyond the episiotomy incision, leaving a cut and a.
Which structures are cut during a mediolateral episiotomy?
During a mediolateral episiotomy, also called an oblique episiotomy, the vagina epithelium, skin, transversalius and bulbospongiosus muscles are cut. The mediolateral procedure reduces the risk of extensive tearing but is associated with increased post-partum pain and slow recovery.
Why is an episiotomy performed?
An episiotomy is a procedure where the skin between the vagina and the anus (the perineum) is cut. It is done occasionally to enlarge the vaginal opening so that a baby can be more easily delivered.
What stage could a women have an episiotomy?
This would occur at delivery.
What has to be performed to prevent laceration of the tissues during delivery?
episiotomy
What is the medical term meaning suture to repair an episiotomy?
Perineorrhaphy is the medical term meaning suture of the perineum. An episiotomy is a surgical incision into the perineum typically used to facilitate vaginal birth.
How long does it take for episiotomy stitches take to heal?
4 to 6 weeks
