Single blind, randomized comparative study assessing clinical equivalence of two polyglactin 910 fast absorbing suture brands, Trusynth Fast® and Vicryl Rapide®, on maternal morbidity experienced by women following episiotomy repair

Episiotomy is a surgical incision of the perineum (the area between the vaginal opening and back passage) to enlarge the vaginal opening during labor or delivery.  This procedure is done with scissors or scalpel and requires repair by suturing. Polyglactin 910 fast-absorbing sutures are commonly used for episiotomy repair as it is associated with less perineal pain, analgesic use, infection and re-suturing. In this study, we plan to assess differences in maternal morbidity between two commonly used brands of polyglactin 910 fast-absorbing sutures, Trusynth Fast® and Vicryl rapide®.