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Urogynecology is a sub-specialty of Gynecology, and in some countries is also known as Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery. A urogynecologist manages clinical problems associated with dysfunction of the pelvic floor and bladder. Pelvic floor disorders affect the bladder, reproductive organs, and bowels.
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is characterized by descent of pelvic organs from their normal positions into the vagina. In women, the condition usually occurs when the pelvic floor collapses after gynecological cancer treatment, childbirth or heavy lifting. [2]
Kegel exercises, when women tighten and relax the pelvic floor muscles, can help, especially among younger women. “You can do this at a stoplight when driving,” Dmochowski said. “Imagine you ...
Pelvic exenteration (or pelvic evisceration) is a radical surgical treatment that removes all organs from a person's pelvic cavity. It is used to treat certain advanced or recurrent cancers. The urinary bladder, urethra, rectum, and anus are removed.
Vaginal cancer, a long cervix [1] Treatment. Pelvic floor therapy, Pessary, surgery. Frequency. About 14% of women [3] Uterine prolapse is a form of pelvic organ prolapse in which the uterus and a portion of the upper vagina protrude into the vaginal canal and, in severe cases, through the opening of the vagina. [4]
Transvaginal mesh. Transvaginal mesh, also known as vaginal mesh implant, is a net-like surgical tool that is used to treat pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI) among female patients. The surgical mesh is placed transvaginally to reconstruct weakened pelvic muscle walls and to support the urethra or bladder.
IP: Pfannenstiel incision. A lower ( uterine) segment caesarean section ( LSCS) is the most commonly used type of caesarean section. [1] Most commonly, a baby is delivered by making a transverse incision in the lower uterine segment, above the attachment of the urinary bladder to the uterus.
The British Society of Urogynaecology (BSUG) is a professional society in the United Kingdom for urogynaecologists. BSUG assists its members help women suffering with urogynaecological concerns by promoting and raising standards in urogynaecology.
Reproductive surgery is generally divided into three categories: surgery for infertility, in vitro fertilization, and fertility preservation. A reproductive surgeon is an obstetrician-gynecologist or urologist who specializes in reproductive surgery.
Gynecological surgery refers to surgery on the female reproductive system usually performed by gynecologists. It includes procedures for benign conditions, cancer, infertility, and incontinence. Gynecological surgery may occasionally be performed for optional or cosmetic purposes, such as hymenoplasty or labiaplasty.