Episiotomy: What angle do you cut to the midline?

This study identified clear deficiencies in the performance of episiotomies amongst obstetric trainees and midwives. Both midwives and obstetric trainees need to improve their technique if episiotomies are going to influence the incidence of OASIS and, more importantly the development of faecal incontinence. These results should be used to inform future training programmes to reduce the risks of OASIS.