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Vaginal delivery and pelvic floor dysfunction: current evidence and implications for future research

Authors: M. A. T. Bortolini, H. P. Drutz, D. Lovatsis, M. Alarab

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Issue 8/2010

Abstract

Vaginal delivery is the major risk factor for the development of pelvic organ prolapse and urinary and fecal incontinence, resulting from damage to the pelvic floor muscles, nerves and connective tissue. This article reviews the perineal trauma mechanism during vaginal delivery and discusses implications of current and future research projects.

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Title: Vaginal delivery and pelvic floor dysfunction: current evidence and implications for future research
Authors: M. A. T. Bortolini
H. P. Drutz
D. Lovatsis
M. Alarab
Publication date: 01-08-2010
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal / Issue 8/2010
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-010-1146-9

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