Perineal Trauma after Childbirth: Mount Sinai Perineal Clinic
We support the health needs of our patients following perineal trauma after birth.
Perineal tears are damage to the area between the vagina and the anus during childbirth, and have a range of severity. Obstetrical anal sphincter injuries (OASIS) include deeper injury to the muscles around the anus, and are termed third- or fourth-degree tears, depending on the depth of injury.
Everyone is different and recovery will vary. The majority of patients recover without any complications or problems. Specialist physiotherapy treatment is also available.
Vaginal delivery is possible in future births, but some people opt for caesarean section to minimize future pelvic floor damage.
There is support available for emotional and mental health needs following birth. Talk to your health care professional about what is available.
Four to six per cent
Of vaginal births result in third- or fourth-degree tears
Early follow-up
Mount Sinai Perineal Clinic will offer early follow-up within one to two weeks of birth after a third- or fourth-degree tear
Specialty clinic
The Mount Sinai Perineal Clinic is a specialty clinic focused on patients who sustain severe perineal trauma after delivery
Frequently Asked Questions: Perineal tears
Information on the types of perineal tears, available treatments, healing advice and follow-up care.
Pelvic floor exercises (PDF)
Pelvic floor exercises after experiencing a tear can help with your recovery, following the advice of your care team.
Find Us
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Mount Sinai Perineal Clinic
Early Assessment (one to two weeks after delivery): Drs. Melissa Walker and Evan Tannenbaum
Delayed Assessment: Dr. May Alarab |
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[email protected] |
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416-586-4800 ext. 8613 |
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416-586-4767 |
