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Title
A Third- or fourth-degree perineal tear during birth (also known as obstetric anal sphincter injury (OASI))
Leaflet / Website
A Third- or fourth-degree perineal tear during birth (also known as obstetric anal sphincter injury (OASI))
Author
Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG)
Description
This leaflet has been produced by the RCOG and the information is for you if you want to know more about third- or fourth-degree perineal tears (also known as obstetric anal sphincter injury – OASI). It may be helpful if you are a relative or friend of someone who is in this situation.
Date of production
June 2015