Current Treatments for Female Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Gynecology
• Gerontology

Background:

• Global population aging increases pelvic floor dysfunction prevalence.
• Millions of women are affected annually by conditions like pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and incontinence.
• Treatment strategies for female pelvic floor dysfunction have significantly evolved.

Purpose of the Study:

• To review current treatment information for female pelvic floor dysfunction.
• To cover pelvic organ prolapse (POP), urinary incontinence, fecal incontinence (FI), and myofascial pelvic pain.
• To summarize advancements in surgical and non-surgical interventions.

Main Methods:

• Comprehensive literature search using PubMed, Embase, and Web of Science.
• Focused on studies related to pelvic floor dysfunction and its treatments.
• Included analysis of surgical techniques, materials, and outcomes.

Main Results:

• Summarized development of laparoscopic surgery and use of synthetic/biological materials for pelvic floor reconstruction.
• Compared surgical outcomes and complications of various reconstructive procedures.
• Discussed new devices for fecal incontinence (FI) and potential modifications in pelvic floor reconstructive surgery.

Conclusions:

• Female pelvic medicine is advancing towards improved treatment options.
• Minimally invasive approaches and synthetic graft utilization are key trends in pelvic floor reconstructive surgery.
• Continued evolution promises better future treatments for women's pelvic health.