Comparison of Adhesive Glue With Skin Suture for Repair of Episiotomy

Skin Adhesive Versus Subcuticular Suture for Perineal Skin Repair After Episiotomy - a Randomized Controlled Trial.

Surgical repair of perineal lesions after delivery is frequently associated with pain and discomfort interfering with the normal activities of the puerperium. The aim of this study was to compare perineal skin repair after episiotomy with adhesive glue versus a subcuticular suture, regarding the incidence of pain and wound complications.

Inclusion Criteria:

• vaginal delivery
• episiotomy performed
• no further perineal or vaginal lesions present

Exclusion Criteria:

• previously existing local infections or lesions
• body mass index > 35 (Kg/m2)
• severe pulmonary disease
• collagen disease
• known immunodeficiency
• diabetes mellitus
• immunosuppressive treatment