Comparing Surgical Staplers and Absorbable Sutures for Episiotomy Repair in First-Time Mothers Effects on Postpartum Pain and Wound Healing

What this Trial Is About

Researchers are studying the effects of two different skin closure methodssurgical staplers and conventional skin sutureson pain and wound healing in first-time mothers who undergo episiotomy repair after vaginal delivery. This randomized controlled trial focuses on primiparous women with low-risk, term pregnancies, aiming to provide evidence for the best technique to reduce postpartum pain and improve healing. Participants will be randomly assigned to have their episiotomy skin closed either with surgical staplers or with absorbable sutures. The stapler method is considered a faster and potentially less painful repair technique due to its fixed depth and uniform structure, while the suture method uses traditional absorbable stitches. These two groups will be compared to assess which method better manages pain and promotes wound healing. During the study, pain levels will be measured at 6 hours, 24 hours, and 7 days after delivery, while wound healing will be evaluated 10 days postpartum. Women will be closely monitored for postoperative pain and recovery outcomes. The total participation period includes these assessments to provide a clear comparison of the two skin closure techniques effects on postpartum comfort and healing.

THE EFFECT OF STAPLER VERSUS SKIN SUTURING ON PAIN AND WOUND HEALING AFTER EPISIOTOMY REPAIR IN PRIMIPAROUS WOMEN