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6%

The average number of birthing women who sustain a 3rd or 4th degree tear each year.

Per RCOG

50%

The number of women with an OASI (obstetric anal sphincter injury) who experience fecal incontinence.

NIH study

54%

The number of women who state that their symptoms are unacceptable and cause them to alter their lifestyle.

NIH study

64%

The number of women with an OASI who report painful sexual intercourse.

NIH study