152,770 results match your criteria Pelvic Exenteration
Int J Surg Case Rep 2018 Nov 22;54:47-50. Epub 2018 Nov 22.
Department of General Surgery, King Abdulla University Hospital, Faculty of Medicine, Jordan University of Science and Technology, P.O. Box (3030), Irbid, 22110, Jordan. Electronic address:
Introduction: Sacrococcygealteratoma is very rare in adults with only few cases reported in literature. It is a slow growing benign cystic tumor with 1-2% chance for malignant transformation and may attain a huge size causing pressure effect on pelvic and intra-abdominal organs. When grows caudally, it causes discomfort, skin excoriation and cosmetic disfigurement. Read More
Acta Ortop Mex 2018 May-Jun;32(3):118-125
Instituto de Astronomía de la Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México.
Introduction: Quadrilateral plate fractures are the most difficult to reduce and fix. Different techniques have been developed for quadrilateral plate osteosynthesis. The objective of this work was to create an implant and a novel approach to simplify and improve acetabular fracture osteosynthesis. Read More
Acta Med Port 2018 Nov 30;31(11):693-696. Epub 2018 Nov 30.
Department of General Surgery. Ankara University School of Medicine. Ankara. Turkey.
Aggressive angiomyxoma is an uncommon, benign, slow-growing, and locally infiltrative soft tissue neoplasm which is located primarily in the genital region and pelviperineal interstitial tissue of female patient in the fourth decade of life. Its occurrence in male patients is even more unusual and commonly appears at a later age. The mainstay of treatment typically involves surgical excision with tumor-free margins, and despite complete resection, local recurrences are common. Read More
Int Braz J Urol 2018 Oct 30;44. Epub 2018 Oct 30.
Departamento de Urologia de Centro Hospitalar do Porto, Instituto de Ciências Biomédicas de Abel Salazar, Porto, Portugal.
Introduction: During the last years there has been an effort in miniaturizing the endoscopic devices. The video presents an alternative for the management of distal ureteral stone, using a ureteral access of 4.85 Fr and 27 cm of length, previously described as micro-ureteroscopy. Read More
Int Braz J Urol 2018 Oct 20;44. Epub 2018 Oct 20.
Department of Urology, Hospital Universitario Marqués de Valdecilla, Santander, Spain.
Introduction: Endometriosis consists in the proliferation of endometrial tissue outside of the uterine cavity, predominantly in the ovaries but also in the urinary bladder or bowel. About 10% of fertile women are affected and the main symptoms are pain, menstrual disorders and infertility. Surgery is the treatment option for those symptomatic patients in which medical treatment had no success. Read More
Int Braz J Urol 2018 Oct 30;44. Epub 2018 Oct 30.
Department of Radiation Medicine, Oregon Health and Science University, Portland, OR, USA.
Objectives: To ascertain the opinions of North American genitourinary (GU) experts regarding inclusion of technologies such as prostate - specific membrane antigen (PSMA) and C - 11 choline positron emission tomography (PET) into routine practice.
Materials And Methods: A survey was distributed to North American GU experts. Questions pertained to the role of PSMA and C - 11 PET in PCa management. Read More
Female Pelvic Med Reconstr Surg 2018 Dec 5. Epub 2018 Dec 5.
From the Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Indiana University, Indianapolis, IN.
Bladder compliance refers to the ability of the bladder to accommodate large volumes of urine. Patients with low bladder compliance may present with persistent urinary incontinence and/or evidence of upper tract damage. Clinicians often may not consider low bladder compliance in their differential for patients complaining of bothersome lower urinary tract symptoms. Read More
Acta Bioeng Biomech 2018 ;20(4):69-76
Laboratory of Functional Anatomy, Faculty of Motor Sciences, Université Libre de Bruxelles (ULB), Brussels, Belgium.
Purpose: Many pregnant women suffer from pelvic girdle pain (PGP) during pregnancy. Etiologies are multifactorial and affect the joint stability of the sacroiliac joint. Pelvic belts could restore stability and reduce pain during gait. Read More
J Comp Neurol 2018 Dec 6. Epub 2018 Dec 6.
Department of Physiology, Teikyo University School of Medicine, Tokyo, Japan.
The central projection patterns of cutaneous afferents from the forelimb and shoulder of mice were studied in the spinal dorsal horn after intracutaneous injection of AlexaFluor 488-conjugated and/or 594-conjugated cholera toxin subunit B (CTB). Based on their dermatomes, the following eight skin regions are thought to be innervated by spinal nerves from the sixth to eighth cervical spinal nerve roots: the dorsal surface of the shoulder, brachium, proximal forearm, distal forearm, hand, palmar surface of the second and third digits, and palm. The termination areas of afferents from the dorsal surface of the shoulder and forearm were narrow, distributed in a dorsoventral direction, and aligned in order from lateral to medial within the sixth to eighth cervical dorsal horns. Read More
Int Urol Nephrol 2018 Dec 5. Epub 2018 Dec 5.
Department of Urology, The Third Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University, Tianhe Road 600, Guangzhou, 510630, Guangdong, China.
Purpose: To evaluate the effect and safety of modifying a threading cannula needle-assisted suspension fixation in retroperitoneal laparoscopic dismembered pyeloplasty (LDP) for children with congenital ureteropelvic junction obstruction (UPJO).
Methods: Between December 2012 and December 2017, 45 children (< 14 years of age) with congenital UPJO were divided into two groups. In Group A, children underwent conventional "no-suspension fixation" LDP; and in Group B, "4-point suspension fixation" LDP was performed to lower difficulties and shorten operative time. Read More
Skeletal Radiol 2018 Dec 5. Epub 2018 Dec 5.
Department of Radiology, National Center for Child Health and Development, 2-10-1 Okura, Setagaya, Tokyo, 157-8535, Japan.
Pelvic osteomyelitis may occur in a metaphyseal equivalent, defined as a portion of flat or irregular bone that is adjacent to cartilage. The pelvic bone is known to have several metaphyseal equivalents and of these, the sacroiliac joint is the most frequent site of involvement. However, a sacral neurocentral synchondrosis has not been recognized as a metaphyseal equivalent, and there have been no previous reports describing this as the site of origin of sacral osteomyelitis. Read More
Abdom Radiol (NY) 2018 Dec 5. Epub 2018 Dec 5.
Division of Abdominal Imaging/Department of Radiology, Beth Israel Deaconess Medical Center, Harvard Medical School, 330 Brookline Avenue, Boston, MA, 02115, USA.
Objective: To evaluate clarity, completeness, and impact on surgical planning of MRI reporting of perianal fistulizing disease using a structured disease-specific template versus narrative reporting for planning of disease treatment by colorectal surgeons.
Materials And Methods: In this HIPAA-compliant, IRB-approved study with waiver of informed consent, a structured reporting template for perianal fistulizing disease MRIs was developed based on collaboration between colorectal surgeons and abdominal radiologists. The study population included 45 consecutive patients who underwent pelvic MRI for perianal fistulizing disease prior to implementation of structured reporting, and 60 consecutive patients who underwent pelvic MRI for perianal fistulizing disease after implementation of structured reporting. Read More
Radiologe 2018 Dec 5. Epub 2018 Dec 5.
Universitätsinstitut für Radiologie, Universitätsklinikum der Paracelsus Medizinischen Privatuniversität, Müllner Hauptstraße 48, 5020, Salzburg, Österreich.
Background: Acute pelvic pain in women may be due to gynecological, gastrointestinal, and urinary tract disorders. Ectopic pregnancy (EP), pelvic inflammatory disease (PID), and ruptured ovarian cysts are the most common gynecological causes for acute pelvic pain and their diagnosis can be challenging.
Methods: Patient history, clinical examination, and blood tests as well as patient age and potential pregnancy status help to establish the correct diagnosis. Read More
Ann Surg Oncol 2018 Dec 5. Epub 2018 Dec 5.
Chirurgische Klinik I, Lukaskrankenhaus Neuss, Neuss, Germany.
Background: Pelvic exenteration (PE) is a complex and challenging surgical procedure. The reported results of this procedure for primary and recurrent disease are limited and conflicting.
Methods: This study analyzed patient outcomes after all PEs performed in the authors' department between October 2001 and December 2016. Read More
Biomed Res Int 2018 5;2018:1607425. Epub 2018 Nov 5.
2nd Department of Gynaecology, Medical University of Lublin, Lublin, Poland.
Aim: The aim of this observational study was to evaluate the effectiveness of a phytotherapic drug (Canephron N) in preventing urinary tract infection (UTI) in high-risk women undergoing urodynamic studies (UDS).
Methods: The study protocol was approved by the local institutional ethical committee. Adult women with at least one risk factor for acquiring UTI (defined as: age over 70, elevated postvoid residual urine>100 ml, recurrent UTI, pelvic organ prolapse (POP) ≥II in POP-Q scale, and neurogenic bladder) had received after UDS either a single oral dose of fosfomycin trometamol (FT) (3 grams) or a phytodrug containing centaury herb, lovage root, and rosemary leaves (5 ml taken orally three times daily for one week). Read More
Integr Med Res 2018 Dec 26;7(4):307-315. Epub 2018 Oct 26.
Department of Amraze Niswan wa Ilmul Qabalat (Gynecology and Obstetrics), National Institute of Unani Medicine, Bengaluru, India.
Background: It is not only to evaluate the efficacy and safety of mace (Arils of Houtt) but also to compare pelvic floor muscle training vs. pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) for improving symptoms and health-related quality of life (HRQoL) of woman with mixed urinary incontinence (MUI).
Methods: A prospective, single-blind randomized controlled study was conducted. Read More
Respir Med Case Rep 2019 15;26:42-44. Epub 2018 Nov 15.
Great Western Hospital, Swindon, Marlborough Road, SN3 6BB, UK.
A 46 year old lady presented three weeks after an oesophagectomy for oesophageal carcinoma with increasing breathlessness and a large left-sided pleural effusion. Computed tomography (CT) scan of her thorax, abdomen and pelvis revealed a large left-sided and small right-sided pleural effusions, a pericardial effusion, ascites and intra-abdominal lymphadenopathy. The patient underwent both pericardial and pleural fluid drainage, however, unfortunately, deteriorated despite these interventions with increasing oxygen requirements requiring nasal high flow oxygen on the Intensive Care Unit. Read More
Clin Proteomics 2018 1;15:38. Epub 2018 Dec 1.
1Department of Immunology, Genetics, and Pathology, Biomedical Center, Science for Life Laboratory (SciLifeLab) Uppsala, Uppsala University, Box 815, 75108 Uppsala, Sweden.
Background: Over 500,000 women worldwide are diagnosed with ovarian or endometrial cancer each year. We have used a two-step strategy to identify plasma proteins that could be used to improve the diagnosis of women with an indication of gynecologic tumor and in population screening.
Methods: In the discovery step we screened 441 proteins in plasma using the proximity extension assay (PEA) and five Olink Multiplex assays (CVD II, CVD III, INF I, ONC II, NEU I) in women with ovarian cancer (n = 106), endometrial cancer (n = 74), benign ovarian tumors (n = 150) and healthy population controls (n = 399). Read More
Int J Womens Health 2018 9;10:723-732. Epub 2018 Nov 9.
Division of Maternal-Fetal Medicine, Department of Obstetrics, Gynecology and Reproductive Sciences, University of Manitoba, Winnipeg, Canada,
Shoulder dystocia can lead to death or brain damage for the baby. Traction on the head can damage the brachial plexus. The diagnosis should be made when the mother cannot push the shoulders out with her own efforts with the next contraction after delivery of the head. Read More
J Pain Res 2018 8;11:2761-2767. Epub 2018 Nov 8.
Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Federal University of Goiás, Goiânia, Goiás, Brazil,
Purpose: The aim of this study was to evaluate sexual function in women with chronic pelvic pain (CPP) compared to a control group without CPP and to investigate the factors associated with sexual dysfunction in women with CPP.
Methods: This cross-sectional study included 100 women with CPP and 100 controls. Sexual function was evaluated using the Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) and depression and anxiety using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS). Read More
Oncologist 2018 Dec 5. Epub 2018 Dec 5.
Medical Oncology Unit 2, Medical Oncology Department, Fondazione IRCCS Istituto Nazionale dei Tumori di Milano, Milan, Italy
Background: Aggressive angiomyxoma (AA) is a rare, locally aggressive tumor usually arising from pelvis or perineum, with a high local-recurrence rate after complete surgery. Anecdotal responses to hormone therapy have been reported. In the present study we aimed at studying surgical treatment outcomes and sensitivity to hormone therapy of AA. Read More
J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2018 Nov 30. Epub 2018 Nov 30.
Reproductive and Genetic Hospital of CITIC-XIANGYA, Changsha, China; Institute of Reproductive and Stem Cell Engineering, Basic Medicine College, Central South University, Changsha, China; Key Laboratory of Reproductive and Stem Cell Engineering, Ministry of Health, Changsha, China. Electronic address:
Study Objective: To investigate the effectiveness of Tornado and Hilal (Cook Medical, Bloomington, Indiana, USA) hysteroscopic proximal tubal occlusion (HPTO) for hydrosalpinx (HX) treatment prior to in vitro fertilization (IVF) and embryo transfer (ET) in patients with dense pelvic adhesions or low ovarian reserve.
Design: Retrospective study of patients treated between May 2014 and May 2016 (Canadian Task Force classification III).
Setting: University-affiliated center. Read More
J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2018 Nov 30. Epub 2018 Nov 30.
The Ottawa Hospital Research Institute, 725 Parkdale Avenue, Ottawa ON, K1Y 4E9.
Study Objective: To quantify the relationship between type of benign pelvic disease and risk of surgical site infection (SSI) after hysterectomy DESIGN: Retrospective Cohort (Classification II-2) SETTING: Hospitals participating in the American College of Surgeons National Surgical Quality Improvement Program (NSQIP) PATIENT(S): Women who underwent hysterectomy from 2006-2015 and recorded in NSQIP database INTERVENTION: None MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS: SSI risk was compared for type of benign pelvic diseases, patient characteristics (age, race and selected comorbidities) and process of care variables (admission status, type of hysterectomy, and operative time). Among a total of 125,337 women who underwent hysterectomy, 2.48% developed SSI. Read More
J Gynecol Obstet Hum Reprod 2018 Nov 30. Epub 2018 Nov 30.
Hôpital Privé Sainte Marie, Groupe Ramsay General de Sante, Chalon sur Saône, France. Electronic address:
Introduction: Treatment of pelvic organ prolapse is an important public health issue due to the ageing population. The Food and Drug Administration, in 2011, issued a warning on complications after transvaginal insertion of high weight mesh. We evaluated a 6 tension-free straps, light prosthesis made from polypropylene monofilaments. Read More
Urology 2018 Nov 30. Epub 2018 Nov 30.
Department of Urology, Division of Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles California. Electronic address:
Objectives: To evaluate the effect of radiation on male stress urinary incontinence and to assess the relative value of preoperative urodynamic testing in radiated vs non-radiated men with stress urinary incontinence (SUI).
Methods: A retrospective chart review of all male patients with SUI who underwent urodynamic testing (UDS) from 2010 until 2016 was performed. The impact of urodynamic findings on treatment decision making was assessed. Read More
Microsurgery 2018 Dec 3. Epub 2018 Dec 3.
Department of Plastic, Reconstructive, Aesthetic Surgery and Burns, CHRU Rangueil, Toulouse, France.
Background: Extensive full thickness abdominopelvic defects pose a difficult challenge to surgeons. Autologous tissues are versatile and can provide a satisfying reconstructive option for this type of defects. The tensor fascia latae (TFL) and superficial circumflex iliac perforator (SCIP) flaps provide a large area of vascularized tissue and their use in reconstructive surgery is well-known. Read More
Ginekol Pol 2018 ;89(11):618-626
Clinical Department of Gynecological Oncology, Professor Franciszek Lukaszczyk Oncology Center, Bydgoszcz, Poland; Department of Oncology, Radiotherapy and Oncological Gynecology, Ludwik Rydygier Collegium Medicum, Nicolaus Copernicus University, Bydgoszcz, Poland.
Objectives The aim of our study has been to determine the association between the appearance of infection after modified posterior pelvic exenteration (MPE) and TTC (time to adjuvant chemotherapy) and to examine whether the infection impacts clinical results by delaying the start of chemotherapy. Material and methods The present, retrospective study analyzed 77 patients who had undergone MPE followed by adjuvant chemotherapy. Either no residual tumor or tumor less than 2. Read More
Ginekol Pol 2018 ;89(11):587-592
Frauenzimmer Bern AG, Bern, Switzerland.
Objectives: The need for pelvic floor surgery will increase with an aging population in the future. Aim of this prospective study was to evaluate the evolution of cognitive function in elderly women after urogynaecological surgery.
Material And Methods: Between 2010 and 2014, 51 female patients 70 years and older who underwent urogynaecological surgery participated in this study. Read More
Clin Orthop Relat Res 2018 Nov 29. Epub 2018 Nov 29.
B. F. Ricciardi, Department of Orthopaedic Surgery, Center for Musculoskeletal Research, University of Rochester School of Medicine, Rochester, NY, USA.
Clin Orthop Relat Res 2018 Nov 29. Epub 2018 Nov 29.
K. Logishetty, L. Western, R. Morgan, F. Iranpour, J. P. Cobb, E. Auvinet, MSk Lab, Imperial College London, London, UK.
Background: Accurate implant orientation reduces wear and increases stability in arthroplasty but is a technically demanding skill. Augmented reality (AR) headsets overlay digital information on top of the real world. We have developed an enhanced AR headset capable of tracking bony anatomy in relation to an implant, but it has not yet been assessed for its suitability as a training tool for implant orientation. Read More
Technol Health Care 2018 Nov 15. Epub 2018 Nov 15.
Background: Although there are several different kinds of fixation techniques for the sacroiliac fracture-dislocation, the treatment remains a challenge for orthopedic surgeons.
Objective: The purpose of this study was to compare the stability of sacroiliac fracture-dislocation fixed with two iliosacral (IS) screws, tension band plate (TBP), and minimally invasive adjustable plate (MIAP).
Methods: Five human cadavers (L4-pelvic-femora) were used to compare biomechanical stability. Read More
J Pediatr Rehabil Med 2018 Nov 19. Epub 2018 Nov 19.
Colorectal and Pelvic Malformations Center, Division of Gastroenterology, Department of Medicine, Boston Children's Hospital, Harvard Medical School, Boston, MA, USA.
Spina bifida is a birth defect that commonly causes bowel and bladder dysfunction in children with a significant negative impact on quality of life and emotional wellbeing. Fecal continence improves satisfaction and the quality of life of both children and their caretakers. Bowel management in children with spina bifida is hampered by limited controlled studies and variable practice within different institutions and subspecialists. Read More
Physiol Meas 2018 Dec 3;39(12):124001. Epub 2018 Dec 3.
Translational Medical Device Lab, National University of Ireland Galway, Galway City, Ireland. Department of Electrical and Electronic Engineering, College of Engineering and Informatics, National University of Ireland Galway, Galway City, Ireland.
Objective: In this study, we examine the potential of using machine learning classification to determine the bladder state ('not full', 'full') with electrical impedance tomography (EIT) images of the pelvic region. Accurate classification of these states would enable urinary incontinence (UI) monitoring to alert the patient, before involuntary voiding occurs, in a low-cost and discrete manner.
Approach: Using both numerical and experimental data, we form datasets that contain diverse observations with varying clinical parameters such as bladder volume, urine conductivity, and the reference used for time-difference imaging. Read More
BJOG 2018 Dec 3. Epub 2018 Dec 3.
Danish Centre for Health Economics (DaCHE), Department of Public Health, University of Southern Denmark, Odense, Denmark.
Objective: To evaluate the cost-effectiveness of incisional Negative Pressure Wound Therapy (iNPWT) in preventing surgical site infection in obese women after caesarean section.
Design: A cost-effectiveness analysis conducted alongside a clinical trial.
Setting: Five obstetric departments in Denmark. Read More
J Med Imaging Radiat Oncol 2018 Dec 3. Epub 2018 Dec 3.
South Western Sydney Clinical School, University of New South Wales, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.
Introduction: Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) provides excellent soft tissue definition of pelvic tumours and organs. The aim of this study was to quantify differences in delineated clinical target volumes (CTVs) between computed tomography (CT) and MRI.
Methods: Twenty patients with locally advanced gynaecological malignancies were recruited. Read More
J Obstet Gynaecol Res 2018 Dec 2. Epub 2018 Dec 2.
Department of Pathology, Faculty of Medicine Siriraj Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.
Aim: To determine the prevalence of fallopian tube high-grade serous carcinoma (HGSC) and to analyze the benefit of the sectioning and extensively examining the fimbriated end (SEE-FIM) protocol.
Methods: Fallopian tubes from 450 patients with risk-reducing salpingo-oophorectomy, or tumor of the ovary, endometrium, fallopian tube or peritoneum were examined using the SEE-FIM protocol. Microscopic tubal pathology and the number of paraffin blocks used were evaluated. Read More
Colorectal Dis 2018 Nov 30. Epub 2018 Nov 30.
Department of Surgery, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.
Aim: It is common clinical practice to follow patients for a period of years after curative intent treatment of non-metastatic colorectal cancer, but follow-up strategies vary widely. The aim of this systematic review was to provide an overview of recommendations in guidelines from ESCP member countries on this topic, with supporting evidence.
Methods: A systematic search of Medline, Embase and guidelines databases Tripdatabase, BMJ Best Practice and Guidelines International Network was performed. Read More
Zhonghua Wei Chang Wai Ke Za Zhi 2018 Nov;21(11):1274-1279
Ward III Gastrointestinal Surgery, Ruijin Hospital Affiliated to Shanghai Jiao Tong University School of Medicine, Shanghai Institute of Digestive Surgery, Shanghai 200025,
Objective: To investigate the clinical characteristics and prognostic factors of reoperation patients with postoperative recurrence or metastasis of gastrointestinal stromal tumor (GIST).
Methods: A retrospective case-control study was performed on the clinical data of 31 patients with GIST who had recurrence or metastasis after the first surgery and underwent one or more operations again from February 2003 to January 2016 at Ruijin Hospital, Shanghai Jiaotong University School of Medicine. The clinical characteristics of these patients were analyzed. Read More
Zhonghua Wei Chang Wai Ke Za Zhi 2018 Nov;21(11):1201-1205
Department of Gastrointestinal Oncology, Key Laboratory of Carcinogenesis and Translational Research(Ministry of Education), Peking University Cancer Hospital and Institute, Beijing 100142, China.Email: zhangxiaotianmed@ 163.com.
Acute abdomen in patients with malignant tumors is called malignant acute abdomen, often seen in the digestive system tumor or abdominal pelvic metastasis of the other primary tumors. Bleeding, perforation, gastrointestinal obstruction, biliary obstruction with infection, acute peritonitis are acute and severe, however, prevention is more important than treatment. For high-risk patients, even if acute abdomen does not occur when the disease is diagnosed, we should make precautions, including actively local treatment of local lymph nodes or primary lesions and careful choice of drugs. Read More
Tech Coloproctol 2018 Dec 1. Epub 2018 Dec 1.
Colorectal Unit, Derriford Hospital, Plymouth Hospital NHS Trust, Plymouth, UK.
Background: Pelvic exenteration represents the best treatment option for cure of locally advanced or recurrent rectal cancer. This systematic review sought to evaluate current literature regarding short and long term treatment outcomes and long term survival following pelvic exenteration.
Methods: A systematic search of the MEDLINE, PubMed and Ovid databases was conducted to identify suitable articles published between 2001 and 2016. Read More
Cancer Chemother Pharmacol 2018 Dec 1. Epub 2018 Dec 1.
Gynecologic Oncology Unit, Department of Women and Children Health, Fondazione Policlinico Universitario A. Gemelli IRCCS, Università Cattolica del Sacro Cuore, Rome, Italy.
Purpose: The role of dose-dense schedules in the neo-adjuvant treatment (NACT) of locally advanced cervical cancer (LACC) has been reported. This phase II study investigated activity of dose-dense paclitaxel/platinum before radical surgery (RS) in LACC patients.
Methods: The primary end-point was the rate of optimal pathological response (OPR: pathological complete/microscopic response). Read More
Int Urogynecol J 2018 Dec 1. Epub 2018 Dec 1.
Department of Gynecology and Obstetrics, Imam Khomeini Hospital, Fellowship in Pelvic Floor Medicine, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, Iran.
Introduction And Hypothesis: Most patients suffering from vaginismus feel sinful, anxious, and incompetent, with reduced self-confidence. This study was aimed at comparing the effectiveness of the physiotherapy of pelvic floor muscles as a standard treatment and local injection of botulinum toxin on the sexual functioning of patients with primary vaginismus.
Methods: In this randomized clinical trial (RCT), the study population included women with primary vaginismus referred to the Sexual Health and Gynecologic Clinics of Imam Khomeini Hospital during 2013-2014. Read More
Int Urogynecol J 2018 Dec 1. Epub 2018 Dec 1.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark.
Introduction And Hypothesis: Paravaginal defect (PVD) has been suggested as one of the main contributors to the development of prolapse in the anterior vaginal wall (AVW). We aimed to evaluate the descent of pelvic organs, presence of vaginal H configuration, and pubococcygeus (PC) muscle defect by pelvic magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), together with subjective symptoms of prolapse, before and 6 months after PVD repair. We also aimed to evaluate risk factors of recurrence. Read More