Evaluation of levator ani muscle elasticity after vaginal delivery and cesarean section using shear wave elastography

ConclusionLAM elasticity was significantly lower after vaginal delivery than after cesarean delivery. Furthermore, the elasticity of the right LAM was lower after operative vaginal delivery than after normal vaginal delivery. SWE has the potential to provide an objective quantitative assessment of postpartum pelvic floor muscle recovery.
Source: Journal of Medical Ultrasonics - Category: Radiology Source Type: research