Study on 410 pregnant women had babies at Obstetric Department, Sa Dec General Hospital between March and August 2002, who underwent episiotomy or had perineal laceration, followed by swelling, edema, and painful sutures. All participants were divided into 2 groups: group of women had born babies at even dates were treated by 25% magnesium sulfate cold solution, and group of women had born babies at odd dates treated by cold placebo pad. Results: magnesium sulfate solution has endosmotic effect, leads to reduce swelling and edema. Pain relief effects were similar between 2 groups but magnesium sulfate cold solution was likely to have faster improvement in perineal edema and urination. Using cold magnesium sulfate saturated pad for nursing care after episiotomy is simple, easy method and has fast effects.
Episiotomy ; Magnesium Sulfate ; Nursing Care