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Quantification of Levator Ani Hiatus Enlargement by Magnetic Resonance Imaging in Males and Females with Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Published on: April 17, 2019
Abnormal spinal curvature as a risk factor for pelvic organ prolapse
Manizheh Sayyah Melli1, Mahasti Alizadeh
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Alzahra Research and Development Center of Clinical Studies, Tabriz Faculty of Medicine, Tabriz University of Medical Sciences, Tabriz, Iran.
Pakistan Journal of Biological Sciences : PJBS
|December 18, 2008
Summary
Abnormal spinal curvature is linked to a higher stage of pelvic organ prolapse (POP). This finding highlights the importance of assessing spinal health in POP patients.
Area of Science:
- Gynecology
- Orthopedics
- Public Health
Background:
- Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a common condition affecting women's health.
- Spinal curvature abnormalities may influence pelvic floor support structures.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between spinal curvature changes and the stage of pelvic organ prolapse.
- To identify potential risk factors for POP development.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional study involving 200 women (100 cases with spinal abnormalities, 100 controls).
- Pelvic organ prolapse quantitation (POP-Q) staging system used for prolapse assessment.
- Flexi-curve malleable rod used for measuring thoracic and lumbar spine dimensions.
Main Results:
- Patients with abnormal spinal curvature (cases) exhibited a significantly higher stage of pelvic organ prolapse compared to controls (p=0.035).
- Grade II prolapse was most prevalent (56%) among cases, followed by grade III (32%), grade I (5%), and grade IV (7%).
Conclusions:
- Abnormalities in spinal curvature are associated with increased severity of pelvic organ prolapse.
- Spinal health should be considered when evaluating risk factors for POP.
- Further research is warranted to elucidate the biomechanical relationship between spinal and pelvic structures.
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