Perineal pain the first year after childbirth and uptake of post-partum check-up- A Swedish cohort study

摘要

Objective: The aim of this prospective cohort study was to investigate the prevalence of perineal pain related to the perineal injury within the first year after childbirth. The study further explored the rates of postpartum check-up attendance, and whether they had undergone a vaginal examination, pelvic floor assessment and exercise advice.