Weakness of the pelvic floor: urological consequences

Hosp Med. 2000 Apr;61(4):259-66. doi: 10.12968/hosp.2000.61.4.1314.

Abstract

The pelvic floor comprises three compartments: anterior, posterior and middle. Weakness of the pelvic floor can lead to prolapse, urinary or faecal incontinence. This article deals with the defects in the anterior compartment which lead to urological consequences. The anatomy and management of stress incontinence are discussed.

Publication types

  • Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Aged
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Middle Aged
  • Obstetric Labor Complications / etiology
  • Pelvic Floor* / anatomy & histology
  • Pelvic Floor* / injuries
  • Pelvic Floor* / physiopathology
  • Pregnancy
  • Prolapse
  • Urethral Diseases / surgery
  • Urinary Bladder Diseases / surgery
  • Urinary Incontinence, Stress / diagnosis
  • Urinary Incontinence, Stress / etiology*
  • Urinary Incontinence, Stress / therapy
  • Urodynamics