scholarly journals Knowledge, Attitude and Practice of Physician toward Pelvic Floor Dysfunction KAP of Physician toward PFD

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  

Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) as a term includes underlying different sub-conditions the major ones are pelvic organ prolapse (POP), urinary incontinence (UI), fecal incontinence (FI), sexual function. The direct effect of dysfunction in these areas can affect the quality of life on a personal and healthy level in patients with PFD.

Impact ◽  
2020 ◽  
Vol 2020 (7) ◽  
pp. 19-21
Author(s):  
Katsuko Shinozaki

Urinary incontinence after childbirth, which is also referred to as postpartum urinary incontinence, is the involuntary leaking of urine that can be experienced by new mothers. It can also occur during pregnancy and, either way, can have a dramatic impact on quality of life. In addition to urinary incontinence, there are a range of other pelvic floor disorders that can affect pregnant women and new mothers, including pelvic organ prolapse and fecal incontinence. Katsuko Shinozaki is a researcher based at the Postgraduate School of Health and Welfare Science at the International University of Health and Welfare, Japan. She is focusing her research on this issue. Shinozaki is developing a programme for care during childbirth for the prevention of urinary incontinence.


Author(s):  
Niina Humalajärvi ◽  
Pauliina Aukee ◽  
Matti V. Kairaluoma ◽  
Beata Stach-Lempinen ◽  
Harri Sintonen ◽  
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Author(s):  
Sandra Rebouças Macêdo ◽  
José Ananias Vasconcelos Neto ◽  
José Tadeu Nunes Tamanini ◽  
Leonardo Bezerra ◽  
Rodrigo Aquino Castro

Abstract Objective To examine women with pelvic floor dysfunction (PFDs) and identify factors associated with sexual activity (SA) status that impacts quality of life (QoL). Methods We conducted a cross-sectional study that included women > 18 years old who presented with at least one PFD symptom (urinary incontinence [UI] and/or pelvic organ prolapse [POP]), in outpatient clinics specializing in urogynecology and PFD in Fortaleza, state of Ceará, Brazil, using a service evaluation form and QoL questionnaires. Results The analysis of 659 women with PFD included 286 SA (43.4%) women and 373 non-sexually active (NSA) (56.6%) women, with a mean age of 54.7 (±12) years old. The results revealed that age (odds ratio [OR] = 1.07, 95% confidence interval [CI] 1.03–1.12) and post-menopausal status (OR = 2.28, 95% CI 1.08–4.8) were negatively associated with SA. Being married (OR = 0.43, 95% CI 0.21–0.88) was associated with SA. Pelvic organ prolapse (OR = 1.16, 95% CI 0.81–1.68) and UI (OR = 0.17, 95% CI 0.08–0.36) did not prevent SA. SF-36 Health Survey results indicated that only the domain functional capacity was significantly worse in NSA women (p = 0.012). Two King's Health Questionnaire domains in NSA women, impact of UI (p = 0.005) and personal relationships (p < 0.001), were significantly associated factors. Data from the Prolapse Quality-of-life Questionnaire indicated that NSA women exhibited compromised QoL. Conclusion Postmenopausal status and age negatively affected SA. Being married facilitated SA. Presence of POP and UI did not affect SA. However, NSA women with POP exhibited compromised QoL.


2011 ◽  
Vol 68 (11) ◽  
pp. 940-947 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ljiljana Mladenovic-Segedi ◽  
Katarina Parezanovic-Ilic ◽  
Aleksandar Curcic ◽  
Nemanja Visnjevac

Background/Aim. Pelvic floor dysfunction is a frequent problem affecting more than 50% of women in peri- and postmenopause. Considering that ageing and menopause befall in the significant factors causing this issue, as well as the expected longevity of women in the world and in our country, pelvic floor dysfunction prevelence is foreseen to be even higher. The aim of the study was to evaluate impact of the symptoms of pelvic dysfunction on quality of life and examine body image satisfaction in adult women with pelvic organ prolapse presenting to tertiary care clinic for surgical treatment. Methods. This prospective case-control study included 50 patients who presented to tertiary care gynecology clinic for surgical treatment and 50 controls with normal pelvic floor support and without urinary incontinence who presented tertiary care gynecology clinic for other reasons. Both, patients and controls, completed two quastionnaires recommended for the evaluation of symptoms (Pelvic floor distress inventory - short forms) and quality of life impact (Pelvic floor impact questionnaire - short form) of pelvic organ prolapse, and Body Image Scale. Results. The patients scored significantly worse on the prolapse, urinary, colorectal scales and overall score of Pelvic floor distress inventory - 20 than controls subjects (134.91 vs 78.08; p < 0.01). The patients also measured significant decrease in condition- specific quality of life (89.23 vs 3.1; p < 0.01). They were more likely to feel self-conscious (78% vs 42%; p < 0.01), less likely to feel physically attractive (78% vs 22%; p < 0.01), more likely to have difficulty looking at themselves naked (70% vs 42%; p < 0.01), less likely to feel sexually attractive (64% vs 32%; p < 0.01), and less likely to feel feminine (56% vs 16%; p < 0.05), than controls. There were no differencies in their feeling of dissatisfaction with appearance when dressed, avoiding people because of appereance and overall dissatisfaction with their body. There was a positive correlation between decreased quality of life and body image in women with pelvic dysfunction. Conclusion. Women with pelvic floor dysfunction have decreased quality of life and body image.


2021 ◽  
Vol 81 (02) ◽  
pp. 183-190
Author(s):  
Gert Naumann

AbstractThe current treatment for urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse includes a wide range of innovative options for conservative and surgical therapies. Initial treatment for pelvic floor dysfunction consists of individualized topical estrogen therapy and professional training in passive and active pelvic floor exercises with biofeedback, vibration plates, and a number of vaginal devices. The method of choice for the surgical repair of stress urinary incontinence consists of placement of a suburethral sling. A number of different methods are available for the surgical treatment of pelvic organ prolapse using either a vaginal or an abdominal/endoscopic approach and autologous tissue or alloplastic materials for reconstruction. This makes it possible to achieve optimal reconstruction both in younger women, many of them affected by postpartum trauma, and in older women later in their lives. Treatment includes assessing the patientʼs state of health and anesthetic risk profile. It is important to determine a realistically achievable patient preference after explaining the individualized concept and presenting the alternative surgical options.


2013 ◽  
Vol 7 (9-10) ◽  
pp. 199 ◽  
Author(s):  
Rebecca G. Rogers

Pelvic floor disorders (PFDs) can impact sexual function. This summary provides an overview of the impact of stress urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse and their treatments on sexual function. In general, interventions that successfully address PFDs will generally improve sexual function as well. However, there are patients whose sexual function will remain unchanged despite treatment, and a small but significant minority who will report worsened sexual function following treatment for their pelvic floor dysfunction.


2019 ◽  
Vol 11 ◽  
pp. 175628721986859
Author(s):  
Annah Vollstedt ◽  
William Meeks ◽  
Veronica Triaca

Background: Our aim was to investigate longer-term surgical and quality of life (QOL) outcomes in a cohort of women undergoing robotic-assisted laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy (RALS) for pelvic organ prolapse (POP). Methods: We performed a retrospective cohort study at a single institution of female patients undergoing RALS with and without concomitant robotic-assisted laparoscopic hysterectomy, urethral sling, and rectocele repair. Scores from the Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory (PFDI) and Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire (PFIQ) surveys were used to evaluate QOL outcomes. Clinical improvement was defined by a decrease in a patient’s PFDI and PFIQ postoperative score by ⩾70%. Results: Clinical improvement was seen in 62.6% by the PFIQ and in 64% by the PFDI survey. Younger patient age (OR 0.92, p = 0.011) and worse preoperative American Urological Association (AUA) Quality of Life score (OR 1.42, p = 0.046) were associated with clinical improvement. Within the PFIQ, 35.6% of patients saw clinical improvement with their bowel symptoms, compared with bladder (54.1%, p < 0.001) and prolapse (45.6%, p = 0.053) symptoms. Within the PFDI, 45.5% of patients reached clinical improvement with their bowel symptoms, compared with bladder (56.7%, p = 0.035) and prolapse (62.6%, p < 0.001) symptoms. Of the patients who had a rectocele repair, 46.3% reached clinical improvement in their CRADI-8 score, and 51% saw clinical improvement in the bowel portion of the PDFI. Conclusions: Significantly fewer patients reached clinical improvement within the portions of the surveys that focus on bowel symptoms, compared with symptoms related to urination and POP. Of those that had a concomitant rectocele repair, approximately half reached clinical improvement with their bowel symptoms.


2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdul Hakeem Jokhio ◽  
raheela mohsin rizvi ◽  
Christine Mcarthur

Abstract Background: Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a gynecological condition resulting from pelvic floor dysfunction in women. The objective of this study is to estimate “the prevalence of pelvic organ prolapse” associated factors, duration and impact on women's quality of life in rural Pakistan. Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted with a three stage random sampling strategy.Three health centers were selected and selected Lady Health Workers from each health center interviewed a random sample of women in their households. The interview used a structured questionnaire to collect symptom data. Female gynaecologists then conducted a clinical examination at the local health centres on women who reported symptoms of prolapse to verify and grade pelvic organ prolapse using Baden-Walker classification system. Results : Among the 5064 women interviewed (95.8% response rate), 521 women had clinically confirmed POP, a prevalence of 10.3% (95% CI 9-11%). Among women with POP 37.8% had grade III or IV prolapse. Women with four or more children had the highest proportion of pelvic organ prolapse (75%) followed by women aged 36-40 years (25%).Among women with POP, 60.8% reported their quality of life as greatly or moderately affected; 44.3% had it for more than 5 years; and 78.7% never consulted a doctor. Conclusions : Pelvic organ prolapse is highly prevalent in rural Pakistan, impacts on women’s everyday lives and remains mainly untreated. Measures should be taken to provide health care services to reduce this burden of disease among women. Keywords Community-based; Pelvic organ prolapse; Prevalence; Quality of life; Pakistan


2019 ◽  
Vol 87 (3) ◽  
pp. 130-136
Author(s):  
Mikhail Elikovich Enikeev ◽  
Dmitry Victorovich Enikeev ◽  
Dmitry Olegovich Korolev ◽  
Olesya Vyacheslavovna Snurnitsyna ◽  
Mikhail Vladimirovich Lobanov ◽  
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Objective: To assess the outcomes of surgical repair of anterior apical prolapse using the 6-strap mesh implant. Study Design: The prospective study included 100 patients with genitourinary prolapse. We used advanced 6-strap mesh implant. The results were assessed at 1 (n = 100) and 12 (n = 93) months after surgery. Maximum follow-up was over 4 years. The anatomical outcomes according to the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification system and intraoperative and postoperative complications were assessed. Stage II and higher prolapse was considered to be a recurrence. The quality of life and sexual function were assessed using Pelvic Organ Prolapse Distress Inventory 20, Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire 7, and Pelvic Organ Prolapse/Incontinence Sexual Questionnaire 12. Results: Median age was 57 years (34–78 years (95% confidence interval)). All patients had stage III cystocele. The anterior vaginal wall descent in all the patients was associated with uterine descent: 37 (37%), stage II; 60 (60%), stage III; in 3 (3%), stage IV. In eight cases, postoperative de novo stress urinary incontinence developed. The quality of life improved in 93 (93%) women as judged by the Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory 20 data and in 87 (87%) women, according to the Pelvic Floor Impact Questionnaire 7 data. The desirable anatomical result (⩽stage I according to the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification system) was achieved in 97 (97%) patients. With the exception of mesh fragment excision due to erosion (grade 3a), all the complications were classified as grade I according to the Clavien–Dindo classification. Conclusion: Genitourinary prolapse repair using 6-strap mesh is efficacious and relatively safe. The method demonstrates good anatomical results in relation to both anterior and apical prolapses with relatively short-term complications.


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