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Assessment of Involuntary PFM Contractions in Comparison with Existing Literature and IUGA/ICS Terminology Reports
ConclusionsContrary to clinical expectations, rates of occurrence of involuntary PFM contraction among our cohort of nulliparous women were extremely low. Digital palpation results showed high agreement with the terminology reports, but only partial agreement was observed for the visual observation results. Our study underscores the need for more research aimed at defining normal involuntary PF functions, a review of our understanding of involuntary PFM contractions, and better standardized guidelines for involuntary PFM assessment methods. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - February 8, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Use of Methenamine for Urinary Tract Infection Prophylaxis: Systematic Review of Recent Evidence
ConclusionsThe use of methenamine for UTI prophylaxis was shown to be effective in a variety of settings without an increased risk of adverse effects compared with prophylactic antibiotics. Larger blinded clinical trials are needed to further define the role of methenamine in UTI prophylaxis. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - February 8, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Decision-making and Treatment Preferences Surrounding Bacteriuria in Nonpregnant Women: A Qualitative Investigation
ConclusionsThe cognitive approach to care-seeking and treatment preference for bacteriuria is influenced by a few central factors. An improved ability to allay concerns either by provider discussions or educational materials are necessary to bridge the gap from the existence of evidence-based guidelines to patient and provider comfort with adherence to these guidelines. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - February 7, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Female Urethroplasty with a Buccal Mucosa Graft using a Supraurethral Approach
ConclusionsBuccal mucosa graft urethroplasty with a supraurethral approach is a reliable method in the treatment of female urethral stricture. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - February 7, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Online Group-based Pelvic Floor Muscle Training for Urinary Incontinence in Older Women: a Pilot Study
ConclusionsOnline group-based PFMT improved UI symptoms, QoL, UI self-efficacy, and perceived UI costs among older women. Pragmatic randomized controlled trials are necessary for further validation. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - February 5, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Robotic-assisted intravesical mesh excision following retropubic midurethral sling
ConclusionsRobotic excision of intravesical mesh after synthetic midurethral sling was safely performed in this patient who had multiple areas of intravesical mesh. Management aspects reported here may be helpful for complex presentations of intravesical mesh. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - February 3, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Validation of Distinct Bladder Pain Phenotypes Utilizing the MAPP Research Network Cohort
ConclusionsThe reproducible identification of IC/BPS phenotypes, distinguishing bladder-specific pain from myofascial and genital pain, using independent ML analysis of a multicenter database suggests these phenotypes reflect true pathophysiologic differences in IC/BPS patients. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - February 1, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Autologous Fascial Slings for Stress Urinary Incontinence: a 17-year Follow-up of a Randomised Controlled Study
ConclusionsAutologous fascial slings are an effective and durable option for management of SUI and the short sling procedure can be recommended owing to plausible surgical advantages. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - February 1, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Greek Women After Menopause: The LADY Study
ConclusionsLower urinary tract symptoms are very common among peri- and postmenopausal women and are linked to symptoms of VVA. Our data support the need for prompt evaluation of women transitioning to menopause, as these symptoms compromise the quality of life. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 27, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Establishing a Rat Model of Pelvic Organ Prolapse with All Compartment Defects by Persistent Cervical Tension
ConclusionsThis is the first establishment of the pelvic organ prolapse rat model with all compartment defects, which provides a valuable tool for elucidating pelvic organ prolapse mechanisms and evaluating potential interventions. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 24, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

The Incidence of Pelvic and Low Back Pain in Patients with Pelvic Organ Prolapse
ConclusionA higher proportion of participants than expected endorsed pelvic/low back pain. Among patients with pelvic pain, the majority experienced symptom onset with POP onset and a worsening of pain with POP. While roughly half of participants reported low back pain; a minority correlated this to their POP. These findings highlight a high incidence of pelvic pain, challenging the perception of POP as a painless condition. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 24, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Management of mixed urinary incontinence: IUGA committee opinion
ConclusionsMixed urinary incontinence is a complex problem and successful management requires alleviation of both the stress and urge components. Care should be individualised based on patient preferences. Further research is needed to guide patients in setting goals and to determine which component of MUI to treat first. The evidence for many of the surgical/procedural treatment options for MUI are limited and needs to be explored in more detail. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 22, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

A Motion-based Device Urinary Incontinence Treatment: A Longitudinal Analysis at 18 and 24 Months
ConclusionsPelvic floor muscle training guided by a motion-based prescription intravaginal device yielded durable and significantly greater UI symptom improvement than a standard home program, even in the absence of continued therapy. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 22, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research