Comparison of Absorbable Sutures in Perineal Laceration Repair

The purpose of this study is to determine the difference in pain scales between absorbable suture types for second-degree perineal laceration repair.

Inclusion Criteria:

• At least 18 years of age
• Able to sign informed consent
• Vaginal laceration that requires sutures but does not involve the anal sphincter (third-degree tear) or rectal mucosa (fourth-degree tear)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Inability to speak and understand English or Spanish
• Previous diagnosis of vulvodynia, dyspareunia, or other chronic vulvar pain syndrome
• Extensive perineal warts or vulvar varicosities