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The case for retaining severe perineal tears as an indicator of the quality of obstetric care
Article first published online: 1 NOV 2012
DOI: 10.1111/ajo.12014
© 2012 The Author ANZJOG © 2012 The Royal Australian and New Zealand College of Obstetricians and Gynaecologists
Issue
Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology
Volume 53, Issue 1, pages 3–8, February 2013
Additional Information
How to Cite
Baghurst, P. A. (2013), The case for retaining severe perineal tears as an indicator of the quality of obstetric care. Australian and New Zealand Journal of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, 53: 3–8. doi: 10.1111/ajo.12014
Publication History
- Issue published online: 14 FEB 2013
- Article first published online: 1 NOV 2012
- Manuscript Accepted: 18 SEP 2012
- Manuscript Received: 11 JUL 2012
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