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25.10.2016 | Original Article
Evaluation of training programme uptake in an attempt to reduce obstetric anal sphincter injuries: the SUPPORT programme
Erschienen in: International Urogynecology Journal | Ausgabe 3/2017
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Introduction and hypothesis
The objective was to assess the feedback from a quality improvement training programme to reduce obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASIS).
Methods
Training sessions were organised that included evidence-based information on OASIS risk factors and training on models to measure perineal body length (PBL), perform episiotomies with standard and 60° fixed angle scissors (EPISCISSORS-60®), and measure post-delivery episiotomy suture angles with protractor transparencies. Feedback forms using a Likert scale (1–4) were completed and analysed. The setting was an evidence-based quality improvement programme (Strategy for Using Practical aids for Prevention of OASIS, Recording episiotomies and clinician Training [SUPPORT]) at two National Health Service (NHS) Hospitals in the UK. The participants were midwives and doctors attending the SUPPORT training programme
Results
All of the participants (100 %) would recommend the training programme to a friend or colleague. 92 % felt that the training session improved their knowledge of the impact of PBL and perineal distension and their knowledge of the relationship between episiotomy angle and OASIS “a lot” or “somewhat”.
Conclusion
Based on this feedback, we recommend the addition of the knowledge content of the SUPPORT programme to other centres providing perineal assessment and repair courses.