Complications attributed to episiotomy

Infection

Hematoma

Third and fourth degree extension

Cellulitis

Dehiscence

Abscess

Dyspareunia

Altered sexual function

Perineal pain

Incontinence: urinary, fecal, flatus

Rectovaginal fistula

Impaired pudendal nerve conduction

Necrotizing fasciitis

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Data from: Ramin SM, Gilstrap LC. Episiotomy and early repair of dehiscence. Clin Obstet Gynecol 1994; 37:816.

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