TY - BOOK AU - Sultan, Abdul H. (ed) AU - Thakar, Ranee (ed) AU - Fenner, Dee E. (ed) TI - Perineal and anal sphincter trauma : diagnosis and clinical management SN - 9781848009967 PY - 2009/// CY - New York ; London PB - Springer KW - ANAL CANAL, injuries KW - ANAL CANAL, surgery KW - EPISIOTOMY KW - LABOUR COMPLICATIONS KW - PERINEUM, injuries KW - PERINEUM, surgery N1 - Originally published: London: Springer, 2007 N2 - Includes bibliographical references and index; This book clarifies and explains perineal anatomy and the pathophysiology of anal incontinence as well as applied pharmacology. It also institutes the new recommended classification of perineal tears, and describes anal sphincter repair techniques. The emphasis is on correct post-operative management, management of pregnancy following previous anal sphincter injury, and prevention of anal sphincter tears. The book will interest students, colorectal surgeons, physiotherapists, midwives, continence advisors, labour wards and lawyers ER -