Alterations in pelvic floor muscles and pelvic organ support by pregnancy and vaginal delivery in squirrel monkeys

Introduction and hypothesis  

The objective of this study was to measure the effects of pregnancy and parturition on pelvic floor muscles and pelvic organ support.     

Pelvic floor muscle training for treatment of pelvic organ prolapse: an assessor-blinded randomized controlled trial

Introduction and hypothesis  

This pilot study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) for the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse.     

Basic science and clinical aspects of mesh infection in pelvic floor reconstructive surgery

Introduction and hypothesis  

Bacterial colonization following mesh-augmented pelvic floor reconstructive surgery for pelvic organ prolapse is probably an underestimated consideration.     

Comparison of short-term outcomes following pelvic reconstruction with Perigee and Apogee systems: hysterectomy or not?

Introduction and hypothesis  

This study aims to compare the surgical outcomes between hysterectomy and uterine preservation in pelvic reconstruction with Perigee? and Apogee? systems for severe pelvic organ prolapse.     

A randomized clinical trial comparing pelvic floor muscle training to a Pilates exercise program for improving pelvic muscle strength

Introduction and hypothesis  

The purpose of this study is to determine whether a Pilates exercise program and a pelvic floor muscle-training (PFMT) program could provide similar improvements in pelvic muscle strength.     

Risks, symptoms, and management of pelvic nerve damage secondary to surgery for pelvic organ prolapse: a report of 95 cases

Introduction and hypothesis  

This study aims to report pelvic nerve damage secondary to surgical treatment of pelvic organ prolapse and the role of laparoscopy in the diagnosis and treatment of such nerve damage.     

Changes in pelvic tilt following total hip arthroplasty

Background  

It is important to understand chronological changes in pelvic tilt after total hip arthroplasty (THA). In this study, we first investigated changes in pelvic tilt after THA. Second, we determined the correlation between preoperative pelvic tilt and the extent of postoperative changes in the pelvic tilt. Third, we evaluated the effects of changes in pelvic tilt on postoperative function and disability.     

Inguinopelvic Lymphadenectomy Following Positive Inguinal Sentinel Lymph Node Biopsy in Melanoma: True Frequency of Synchronous Pelvic Metastases

Background  

True frequency of synchronous pelvic metastases with positive inguinal sentinel lymph node (SLN) biopsy is unknown. Role of pelvic dissection in the SLN era is unclear.     

Excess mortality after pelvic fractures in institutionalized older people

Summary  

Mortality after pelvic fracture was calculated in residents of nursing homes. Compared with a matched comparison nonfracture group, excess mortality was found during the first 2 months after pelvic fracture.     

Pelvic Exenteration for Advanced and Recurrent Malignancy

Background  

Improved surgical techniques and oncological treatment render many advanced pelvic tumors amenable to curative resection. We evaluated morbidity, survival, and quality of life (QoL) after extended pelvic procedures.     

Effects of age on levator function and morphometry of the levator hiatus in women with pelvic floor disorders

Introduction and hypothesis  

Epidemiological data supports the hypothesis that ageing is a risk factor for pelvic organ prolapse. In this study, we intended to determine the effect of age on levator function and morphometry in women with pelvic floor disorders.     

Effect of Colpexin Sphere on pelvic floor muscle strength and quality of life in women with pelvic organ prolapse stage I/II: a randomized controlled trial

Introduction and hypothesis  

Colpexin Sphere was effective for advanced pelvic organ prolapse. The aim of this study was to assess the effect of Colpexin Sphere in women with pelvic organ prolapse (POP) stage I or II on pelvic floor muscle strength, quality of life, and POP stage.     

Postpartum impairment of pelvic floor muscle function: factors involved and association with prolapse

Introduction and hypothesis  

The aim of this study is to assess factors involved in the impairment of pelvic floor muscle (PFM) function from antepartum to 6 months postpartum. We also investigated whether reduced PFM strength was associated with pelvic organ prolapse (POP) postpartum.     

Pelvic floor muscle function in a general female population in relation with age and parity and the relation between voluntary and involuntary contractions of the pelvic floor musculature

Introduction and hypothesis  

The objective of this study is to describe pelvic floor muscle function (PFMF) in relation to age and parity in a general female population and to test whether strength/endurance measurements represent all functions of the pelvic floor musculature.     

Initial Experience Using a Pelvic Emergency Simulator to Train Reduction in Blood Loss

Background  

Because the average exposure of surgeons to pelvic injuries with life-threatening hemorrhage is decreasing, training opportunities are necessary to prepare surgeons for the rare but highly demanding emergency situations. We have developed a novel pelvic emergency simulator to train surgeons in controlling blood loss.     

Proteomic analysis of pubocervical fascia in women with and without pelvic organ prolapse and urodynamic stress incontinence

Introduction and hypothesis  

This pilot study compares protein expression patterns in the pubocervical fascia of women with pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and asymptomatic women with normal pelvic support.     

Effect of Prior Salter or Chiari Osteotomy on THA with Developmental Hip Dysplasia

Background  

Controversy exists regarding the outcome of THA after prior pelvic osteotomy.     

The value of clinical examination in diagnosing pelvic fractures in blunt trauma patients: a brief review

Purpose of the study  

To evaluate the value of a pelvic X-ray compared to clinical examination in diagnosing pelvic ring fractures, using computed tomography (CT) as the gold standard, in alert [Glasgow Coma Scale (GCS) ≥ 13] adult blunt trauma patients in the emergency room.     

Effect of abdominal and pelvic floor tasks on muscle activity, abdominal pressure and bladder neck

Introduction and hypothesis  

Although the bladder neck is elevated during a pelvic floor muscle (PFM) contraction, it descends during straining. This study aimed to investigate the relationship between bladder neck displacement, electromyography (EMG) activity of the pelvic floor and abdominal muscles and intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) during different pelvic floor and abdominal contractions.     

The effect of raloxifene,a SERM,on extracellular matrix protein expression of pelvic fibroblasts

Introduction and hypothesis  

We hypothesize that the abnormal extracellular matrix (ECM) turnover in pelvic tissues of women with prolapse may be attenuated by raloxifene. We examine the effect of raloxifene on ECM protein expression in pelvic fibroblasts.