In this article we explore the classification of perineal tears, explaining what it means to have a first, second, third or fourth degree tear. What is a perineal tear? A perineal tear is an injury … [Read more...]
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Macrosomia and 3rd Degree Tear
Macrosomia is the medical term for a newborn baby who weighs more than 8lb 13oz. Macrosomia can make a vaginal birth difficult and can increase the risk of shoulder dystocia and a severe perineal … [Read more...]
3rd Degree Tear from an Instrumental Delivery
An assisted or instrumental delivery is when the birth of a baby is aided by forceps or ventouse extraction. Forceps Forceps are like large metal tongs designed to fit around the baby’s head. The … [Read more...]
Claim Against Bristol Maternity Hospital
If a Bristol maternity hospital failed to diagnose and treat your severe perineal tear, you could be eligible to pursue a claim for compensation. Please contact us for more information. We are a team … [Read more...]
Third Degree Tears in Labour
Around 90% of women will tear during childbirth. A small number of these will suffer a severe tear which extends into the anal sphincter muscles. How many people suffer a third degree tear? The … [Read more...]
Third Degree Tears RCOG
The Royal College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists (RCOG) has recently published guidance on the diagnosis and management of third degree tears. This written policy should be followed in maternity … [Read more...]
Third Degree Tears Recovery
If you suffer a third degree tear, will you ever return to ‘normal’, and if so how long will it take? How to help recovery of 3rd degree tears A third degree tear needs to be sutured in theatre by … [Read more...]
3rd Degree Tear After Being Induced
3rd degree tears are more likely to affect women whose labour was induced. A 3rd degree tear is a serious perineal injury and must be sutured shortly after the birth. Why would labour be … [Read more...]
Emptying Your Bowels After A 3rd Degree Tear
After a 3rd degree tear you perineum and anus will be very tender. This can make it difficult to pass a stool. Going to the toilet after a perineal tear Whether or not you sustained a 3rd degree … [Read more...]
3rd Degree Tear During First Vaginal Birth
A 3rd degree tear is more likely to affect women giving birth vaginally for the first time – even if they have previously had a caesarean section. First vaginal birth There are various factors … [Read more...]
Large Baby Increases Risk of 3rd Degree Tear
Giving birth to a larger than average baby will increase the risk of a 3rd degree tear. For some patients their baby will be so large that an elective C-section is recommended. Giving birth to a … [Read more...]
Claim For Missed 3rd Degree Tear Bath
If your 3rd degree tear was not diagnosed and repaired while you were in hospital, you will have been the victim of substandard medical care. If this has caused you to experience unnecessary pain and … [Read more...]
Why Claim Compensation For A Missed Perineal Tear?
If your 3rd or 4th degree tear was missed by medical practitioners, causing you to develop ongoing problems, you may be able to pursue a claim for compensation. But you might be wondering why you … [Read more...]
Shoulder Dystocia and 3rd Degree Tears
Shoulder dystocia will often lead to a 3rd degree tear. If a birth has been complicated by shoulder dystocia, medical practitioners must be sure to check the perineum and anal sphincter for signs of … [Read more...]
Why Was My 3rd Degree Tear Missed?
Have you just been told that you sustained a 3rd degree tear, even though you gave birth weeks, months or even years ago? If so you will undoubtedly be wondering why your tear was not diagnosed and … [Read more...]
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