Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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3440438 | American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology | 2007 | 5 Pages |
Abstract
Endosonographic evidence of IAS injury is predictive of fecal incontinence following obstetric anal sphincter injury. The presence of an IAS defect should be sought carefully if the anal sphincter is injured during vaginal delivery.
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Authors
Rhona MD, MRCOG, Michael MB, FFR RCSI, Leslie MSc, PhD, FFPH, Catriona MB, Colm MD, FRCPI, FRCOG, P.R. MD, FRCSI, FRCS (Glasg),