Influence of the maternity unit and region of delivery on episiotomy practice in France: a nationwide population-based study.

Julie Cormier Jade Merrer Béatrice BlondelCamille Le Ray

Published in: Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica (2023)

Episiotomy practices in France in 2016 varied strongly between maternity units, largely due to regional differences. Targeted actions by the regional perinatal care networks may reduce the national episiotomy rate and standardize practices.

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