- Episiotomy prevalence in France significantly decreased from 25.8% in 2010 to 8.3% in 2021.
- Reductions in episiotomy rates were observed across all obstetric classification groups.
- OASI prevalence increased in certain instrumental delivery contexts, prompting a recommendation for further research.
- Successful reduction in episiotomy prevalence without a corresponding increase in OASI for the general population.
- Study authors emphasized the need for further research to predict the optimal rate of episiotomy for instrumental deliveries.
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