A Study to Assess the Knowledge and Perineal Self-Care Practices on Episiotomy Wound Among Primiparous Women

Abstract

The female perineum becomes suffused and stretched during pregnancy, and further strain during vaginal
childbirth contributes to approximately 85% of women experiencing some degree of trauma to the perineal
region. Multiple factors play a role in the type and severity of trauma experienced, including parity, delivery
method, and local practices.There is ongoing debate about best midwifery practice to reduce perineal trauma.
Once perineal trauma has occurred,treatment also varies greatly, depending on its degree and severity, local
practice and customs, and personal preference. .In order to optimise wound-healing outcomes, it is important that
wounds are assessed and managed in an appropriate and timely manner. During pregnancy and primiparous
period nurses educate mothers about health behaviour that enhance positive outcomes particularly those
related to self-care. The proper and effective care is thus required to prevent from the morbidity and for enjoying
motherhood. A perineal wound may cause significant physical and/or psychological impact in the short or long
term, however little evidence is available on this subject.