September 17, 2025CureusOpen Access

Risk Factors, Management, and Follow-Up of Obstetric Anal Sphincter Injuries: An Audit From a UK District General Hospital

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Retrospective audit evaluates obstetric anal sphincter injuries in women, highlighting management practices and outcomes with RCOG standards.

The prevalence of obstetric anal sphincter injuries was found to be 13.3% among all births and 22.8% in vaginal births.
Data showed that 82% of women with injuries were primiparous and 36% underwent instrumental delivery.
Postoperative care for OASI cases met most RCOG standards, yet documentation and follow-up referrals were inconsistent.
Implementing a structured OASI proforma may enhance continuity of care and improve maternal outcomes.

Ahsan Akhtar (2025) studied this question.

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Retrospective audit evaluates obstetric anal sphincter injuries in women, highlighting management practices and outcomes with RCOG standards.