Obstetric risk factors for anal sphincter trauma in a urogynecological population.

Published in: International urogynecology journal (2022)

In this observational study in urogynecological patients, 12% showed a residual EAS defect on imaging. The most obvious risk factors for the diagnosis of a residual defect on exo-anal imaging were the first vaginal birth and forceps, with higher-order vaginal parity conveying additional risk.

Keyphrases

high resolution
end stage renal disease
ejection fraction
chronic kidney disease
newly diagnosed
high grade
pregnant women
prognostic factors
patient reported outcomes
trauma patients