scholarly journals Female Pelvic Floor Dysfunction Continues to Negatively Impact Quality-of-Life during the COVID-19 Lockdown

2021 ◽  
Vol 10 (5) ◽  
pp. 1075
Author(s):  
Greta Lisa Carlin ◽  
Oliver Kimberger ◽  
Raffaela Morgenbesser ◽  
Wolfgang Umek ◽  
Heinz Kölbl ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction ◽  
Pelvic Organ ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Psychological Strain ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Female Pelvic Floor ◽  
Female Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

The COVID-19 pandemic led to dramatical changes in elective medical care. We analysed its impact on patients with female pelvic floor dysfunction during the 6 weeks of lockdown in Austria. A cross-sectional study was conducted: All 99 women who presented at the urogynaecologic outpatient clinic of the Medical University of Vienna with pelvic organ prolapse (POP) or urinary incontinence (UI) from December 2019 up to the lockdown in March 2020 were included and contacted. 97% of these women (96 participants) agreed to participate in the survey conducted to asses pelvic floor related quality of life (QoL) through telephone- interrogation. The mean age was 59 ± 14.8 years, the POP group consisted of 42 women while the UI group included 54 women. Most participants (83% of POP and 81% of UI cases) stated that their female pelvic floor dysfunction had remained equally relevant or had become even more significant during the lockdown. Associated symptoms and psychological strain also maintained their relevance during the lockdown (UI: p = 0.229; POP: p = 0.234). Furthermore, 97% of all interviewed women indicated to be strongly willing to continue their treatment. A generalised linear model regression revealed no clinical or demographic risk factors for psychological strain during the lockdown (p > 0.05). Our results demonstrate that women’s QoL remains significantly impaired by their pelvic-floor disorders even during a worldwide crisis such as COVID-19. Therefore, elective disciplines such as urogynaecology urgently require novel and innovative strategies for continued patient care even in times of a lockdown.

scholarly journals Factors Associated with Sexual Activity for Women with Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - A Cross-Sectional Study

2020 ◽  
Vol 42 (08) ◽  
pp. 493-500
Author(s):  
Sandra Rebouças Macêdo ◽  
José Ananias Vasconcelos Neto ◽  
José Tadeu Nunes Tamanini ◽  
Leonardo Bezerra ◽  
Rodrigo Aquino Castro
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Pelvic Organ Prolapse ◽  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction ◽  
Pelvic Organ ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Sectional Study ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Factors Associated

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.

Quality of life and pelvic floor dysfunction symptoms after hysterectomy with or without pelvic organ prolapse

2014 ◽  
Vol 182 ◽  
pp. 16-21 ◽  
Author(s):  
Niina Humalajärvi ◽  
Pauliina Aukee ◽  
Matti V. Kairaluoma ◽  
Beata Stach-Lempinen ◽  
Harri Sintonen ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Pelvic Organ Prolapse ◽  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction ◽  
Pelvic Organ

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

2019 ◽  
Vol 3 (1) ◽  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Urinary Incontinence ◽  
Pelvic Organ Prolapse ◽  
Fecal Incontinence ◽  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction ◽  
Pelvic Organ ◽  
Attitude And Practice ◽  
Knowledge Attitude And Practice

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.

scholarly journals Prevalence of pelvic organ prolapse in women, associated factors and impact on quality of life in rural Pakistan: population-based study.

2019 ◽  
Author(s):  
Abdul Hakeem Jokhio ◽  
raheela mohsin rizvi ◽  
Christine Mcarthur
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Pelvic Organ Prolapse ◽  
Associated Factors ◽  
Health Workers ◽  
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction ◽  
Pelvic Organ ◽  
Local Health ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Rural Pakistan

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

scholarly journals Profile and quality of life of women in pelvic floor rehabilitation

2018 ◽  
Vol 71 (5) ◽  
pp. 2496-2505 ◽  
Author(s):  
Maria Helena Baena de Moraes Lopes ◽  
Juliana Neves da Costa ◽  
Mariana Bezzon Bicalho ◽  
Ticiane Ellen Casale ◽  
Agnês Raquel Camisão ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Sexual Activity ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Rehabilitation Program ◽  
Cross Sectional ◽  
Pelvic Floor Rehabilitation ◽  
Related Quality ◽  
Health Related

ABSTRACT Objective: Describe the sociodemographic, clinical, and sexual profile, identify profile variables that affect the Health-Related Quality of Life (HRQoL), and evaluate the correlation between two HRQoL questionnaires used in a pelvic floor rehabilitation program. Method: This is an observational, analytical, and cross-sectional study, based on patient records and two questionnaires for HRQoL evaluation. Results: Women presented a mean age of 55.4 years; were married; white; had stress, urge, or mixed urinary incontinence (UI) of moderate to large urine release; and daily or diurnal UI. Only 50.5% had an active sex life and most had sexual complaints. The change in sexual activity and some types of UI affected the HRQoL. The two questionnaires presented a correlation. Conclusion: The profile and correlation between the questionnaires are consistent with the literature. The type of UI and changes in sexual activity affect the HRQoL.

scholarly journals Epidemiology Analysis of Pelvic Floor Medicine Center in Southern Israel Using PFDI-20 and PISQ-12 Quality of Life Questionnaires

2020 ◽  
Vol 3 (3) ◽  
pp. 191-201
Author(s):  
Levy G ◽  
Zines Y ◽  
Paz-Levy D ◽  
Zaidin A ◽  
Shemer O ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Medical Center ◽  
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction ◽  
Pelvic Organ ◽  
Test Results ◽  
Cesarean Deliveries ◽  
Route Of Delivery ◽  
Previous Cesarean

Aim: In the process of opening a new Pelvic Floor Medicine Unit, we aimed to map the pelvic floor dysfunction and sexual issues using validated quality of life (QOL) questionnaires. Material and Methods: All the patients who attended the Pelvic Floor Medicine Unit clinic in Assuta University Medical Center in Ashdod, Israel, were given a validated Pelvic Floor Distress Inventory 20 (PFDI-20) and Prolapse Urinary Incontinence Sexual Questionnaire 12 (PISQ-12) questionnaires prior to meeting the physician. The patient’s age, parity, and route of delivery were collected from the medical record. All data has been statistically analyzed using Kruskal Wallis Test and Mann-Whitney U Test. Results: 647 patients were included in the study, of them 462 filled out the PFDI-20 questionnaires and 221 completed the PISQ-12 questionnaire filling. In the PFDI-20 results, POPDI-6 higher scores were found to be associated with higher parity (p=0.043) and with higher age (p=0.03). CARD-8 scores were found to be significantly associated with cesarean delivery only in patients’ history (p=0.023) and with higher age (p=0.05). UDI-6 scores were found significantly associated with older age (p<0.01). PISQ-12 scores were found associated with age (p=0.002), but not with either parity or route of delivery. Conclusions: Using validates questionnaires, we could demonstrate a correlation between parity and age, an association between aging and higher rates of bowel and sexual dysfunction, an association between higher parity and pelvic organ prolapse complaints, and an association between previous cesarean deliveries only and higher rates of bowel disfunction. The use of validated QoL questionnaires for describing the population suffering from PFDs presents an important tool in understanding the epidemiology of PFD in different communities.

scholarly journals Prevalence and Characteristics of Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in a Tertiary Care Center in Indonesia

2017 ◽  
pp. 168
Author(s):  
Budi I Santoso ◽  
Nur R Fauziah
Keyword(s):  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Pelvic Floor Dysfunction ◽  
Care Center ◽  
Menopausal Status ◽  
Tertiary Care ◽  
Mode Of Delivery ◽  
Pelvic Organ ◽  
Cross Sectional Study ◽  
Individual Characteristics ◽  
Cross Sectional

Objective: To determine the prevalence and characteristics of pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) in Jakarta, Indonesia. Methods: A cross sectional study was conducted at gynecology, endocrinology, and urogynecology clinic of Dr. Cipto Mangunkusumo Hospital during the period from January 2016 to April 2016. Subjects were selected using consecutive sampling. Data were taken using research and POP-Q form. Results: A total of 197 subjects were recruited. The prevalence of patients with PFD was 33%. The prevalence of POP, UI, and FI were 26.4%, 15.3% and 2.5%; respectively. Association between individual characteristics and PFD was found on women aged ≥ 60 and aged 40-59 years old with 69 and 14 times probability to be PFD. The probability of developing PFD was 76 and 14.2 times in multiparity and primiparity. Woman with vaginal delivery had a change to develop PFD 1.9 times and postmenopausal woman had a probability 18 times. The infuencing risk factor in PFD were age parity, race, mode of delivery, and menopausal status. Conclusion: Pelvic floor dysfunction affects a substantial of women and increases with age, parity and aging. [Indones J Obstet Gynecol 2017; 5-3: 168-172] Keywords: fecal incontinence, pelvic floor dysfunction, pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence

scholarly journals Managing female pelvic floor disorders: a medical device review and appraisal

2019 ◽  
Vol 9 (4) ◽  
pp. 20190014 ◽  
Author(s):  
Shelby A. Powers ◽  
Lindsey K. Burleson ◽  
Johanna L. Hannan
Keyword(s):  
Quality Of Life ◽  
Chronic Pain ◽  
Urinary Incontinence ◽  
Pelvic Floor ◽  
Pelvic Floor Disorders ◽  
Pelvic Organ ◽  
Tissue Level ◽  
Female Pelvic Floor

Pelvic floor disorders (PFDs) will affect most women during their lifetime. Sequelae such as pelvic organ prolapse, stress urinary incontinence, chronic pain and dyspareunia significantly impact overall quality of life. Interventions to manage or eliminate symptoms from PFDs aim to restore support of the pelvic floor. Pessaries have been used to mechanically counteract PFDs for thousands of years, but do not offer a cure. By contrast, surgically implanted grafts or mesh offer patients a more permanent resolution but have been in wide use within the pelvis for less than 30 years. In this perspective review, we provide an overview of the main theories underpinning PFD pathogenesis and the animal models used to investigate it. We highlight the clinical outcomes of mesh and grafts before exploring studies performed to elucidate tissue level effects and bioengineering considerations. Considering recent turmoil surrounding transvaginal mesh, the role of pessaries, an impermanent method, is examined as a means to address patients with PFDs.

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