Obstetric lacerations occur in up to 85% of vaginal births [
[1]
], but specific knowledge on clitoral lacerations is scarce. The clitoris and the
surrounding area are multifunctional. Clitoral lacerations are known to be extremely
painful and tend to bleed heavily [
[2]
]. We aimed to test the incidence and risk factors of clitoral lacerations, which
generally affect the glans and the prepuce.To read this article in full you will need to make a payment
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Published online: March 06, 2018
Received:
November 30,
2017
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