Comparative analysis of pelvic floor muscle training and Pilates in managing urinary incontinence among postmenopausal women: a randomized controlled trial
ConclusionsThere was no difference between Pilates and PFMT for the management of women in post-menopause with stress urinary incontinence, provided that voluntary contraction of the PFMs is performed. However, further randomized clinical trials need to be carried out. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 11, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Correlation Between Mobile-Application Electronic Bowel Diary and Validated Questionnaires in Women with Fecal Incontinence
ConclusionsIn women with FI randomized to PTNS versus sham, a moderate correlation was noted between FIEs measured via mobile-app diary and FI-symptom-validated questionnaire scores. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 11, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Effects of Transcutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation in Women Refractory to and Never Used Pharmacological Agents for Idiopathic Overactive Bladder
ConclusionsAlthough TTNS is more effective in PhA-naive women with iOAB, it appears to be an effective therapy that can also be used in the management of PhA-resistant women with iOAB. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 11, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Pubococcygeal Line Versus H-line as MR Defecography Reference for Bladder Descent
ConclusionOur data support the application of using the minimal levator hiatus plane and specifically the H-line as a reliable landmark to diagnose bladder descent using MR defecography imaging. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 10, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Correlation Between Insulin Resistance and Urinary Incontinence in Female Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
ConclusionsHigher levels of insulin resistance are associated with urinary incontinence and its severity in female patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 8, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Cost Effectiveness of Additional Preoperative Telephone Call to Increase Surgical Preparedness: Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial
ConclusionsA preoperative telehealth call is cost effective from the society perspective.Clinical Trial RegistrationRegistered withhttp://ClinicalTrials.gov.Date of registration: March 26, 2019Date of initial participant enrollment: June 5, 2019URL:https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/record/NCT03890471Clinical trial identification number: NCT03890471 (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 8, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Epidemiological Profile and Attitudes of Pregnant Women Toward Urinary Incontinence: A Single-Center Cross-Sectional Study
ConclusionsUrinary incontinence was frequent in the first trimester of pregnancy with a predominance of urgency. It was hardly discussed during prenatal consultations and pregnant women were not aware of the pelvic floor muscle, its rehabilitation, and of gymnastics during pregnancy. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 8, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Correlation Between Insulin Resistance and Urinary Incontinence in Female Patients with Type 2 Diabetes Mellitus
ConclusionsHigher levels of insulin resistance are associated with urinary incontinence and its severity in female patients with type 2 diabetes mellitus. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 8, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Cost Effectiveness of Additional Preoperative Telephone Call to Increase Surgical Preparedness: Analysis of a Randomized Clinical Trial
ConclusionsA preoperative telehealth call is cost effective from the society perspective.Clinical Trial RegistrationRegistered withhttp://ClinicalTrials.gov.Date of registration: March 26, 2019Date of initial participant enrollment: June 5, 2019URL:https://clinicaltrials.gov/ct2/show/record/NCT03890471Clinical trial identification number: NCT03890471 (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 8, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Epidemiological Profile and Attitudes of Pregnant Women Toward Urinary Incontinence: A Single-Center Cross-Sectional Study
ConclusionsUrinary incontinence was frequent in the first trimester of pregnancy with a predominance of urgency. It was hardly discussed during prenatal consultations and pregnant women were not aware of the pelvic floor muscle, its rehabilitation, and of gymnastics during pregnancy. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 8, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Impact of Preoperative Urinary Tract Infection Screening in Asymptomatic Women Undergoing Midurethral Sling
ConclusionObtaining preoperative Ucx in asymptomatic women prior to MUS does not appear to be associated with lower postoperative UTIs rates within 6 weeks of surgery. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 5, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Pilot Study of a  Novel Online Comprehensive Pelvic Floor Program for Urinary Incontinence in Women
ConclusionThe oPFP results in significant improvements to a variety of UI and QOL measures. This program provides an important UI treatment option and gives women greater access to effective conservative therapy. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 4, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

Long-term Sexual Function and Quality of Life in Women Following Substitution Urethroplasty
ConclusionSubstitution urethroplasty, despite the approach, showed good QOL and SF scores. Long symptom duration, addictions, and poor socioeconomic status were associated with low QOL whereas old age independently influenced low FSFI scores. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 3, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research

The Response of the Urinary Microbiome to Botox
ConclusionsLongitudinal urobiome differences may exist between patients who do and do not respond to botox. (Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction)
Source: International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction - January 2, 2024 Category: OBGYN Source Type: research