The purpose of this study is to determine whether a modified perineum protection device can reduce tearing during delivery.
RCT investigation using a modified device during delivery of the baby's head (an earlier model has proved successful) and assess whether the use can decrease delivery tears as measured in length.
Study Type
INTERVENTIONAL
Allocation
RANDOMIZED
Purpose
PREVENTION
Masking
NONE
Enrollment
100
A device used to reduce perineal tears during delivery of the baby.
Dept Obstetrics and Gynecology, Helsingborg Hospital
Helsingborg, Skåne County, Sweden
RECRUITINGLength of delivery tear measured in cm with ruler
The outcome measured is the occurrence of first and second degree vaginal and perineal tears during delivery.
Time frame: at delivery - Participants will be followed for the duration of the first 24 hours
Adverse effects of the device on mother and child
Measure eventual adverse effects on mother and child.
Time frame: at delivery-Participants will be followed for the duration of the first 24 hours
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