Journal of Gynecology & Reproductive Medicine(JGRM)

Mekelle University College of Health, Depart- ment of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Mekelle, Ethiopia

Publications

• Research Article   
  Prevalence and Associated Factors of Severe Degree Perineal Tear at Mekelle Public Hospitals, Tigray, Northern Ethiopia: A Seven Years Review
  Author(s): Musie Negasi Gebreslase*, Haftom Guesh, Dawit Negash, Awol yeman, Yibrah Berhe, Amanuel Gessesew, Kidu Gidey and Birhanu Kassie
  
  Introduction and Objectives: Obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASIS) from perineal trauma during vaginal delivery result in poor maternal health outcomes and are common in low-resource settings and unattended births. Despite skilled hospital staff, some women still experience these injuries. This study evaluates the incidence and risk factors of third and fourth-degree perineal tears at Mekelle Public Hospitals in Tigray, Northern Ethiopia, from July 2016 to June 2023, aiming to fill gaps in understanding in resource-limited environments. Methodology: An unmatched case-control study was conducted at Mekelle public hospitals in Ethiopia from July 1, 2016, to June 30, 2023. The study compared mothers who experienced severe perineal lacerations during vaginal delivery (cases) with those who did not (controls). All eligible cases fro.. Read More»
  

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