Is levator hiatus distension associated with peripheral ligamentous laxity during pregnancy?

ConclusionLH distension and peripheral ligamentous laxity are significantly associated during pregnancy. However, the relationship is weak, and the results need to be confirmed in larger populations and with more specific techniques such as elastography to directly assess the elastic properties of the pelvic floor muscles.
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - Category: OBGYN Source Type: research