Urogynecology in Primary Care [Paperback]

This book offers an approachable, in-depth reference on the core topics in urogynecology and female pelvic health - incontinence, pelvic prolapse, pelvic pain and sexual dysfunction - specifically tailored to clinicians without formal surgical or specialty training. Each aspect of diagnosis and treatment is presented in a clear and simple style, introducing streamlined strategies that can be implemented in any primary care setting. Original illustrations, key points at the end of each chapter, and clinical pearls from experts in the field all help to make this the most practical and user-friendly guide available.

This book offers an approachable, in-depth reference on urogynecology and female pelvic health, specifically tailored to clinicians without specialty training. Original illustrations, key review points, and expert advice all help to make this the most practical and user-friendly guide available.

The ? eld of urogynecology and reconstructive pelvic surgery encompasses not only urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse, but disorders such as chronic urinary tract infections, sexual dysfunction, defecation dysfunction, and pelvic pain as well. This textbook is designed as a clinical guide for treating women suffering from this wide variety of pelvic ? oor disorders. Written with busy practitioners in mind, this textbook will be useful as a quick reference guide for anyone with an interest in female pelvic ? oor disorders. Patrick J. Culligan vii Contents 1 Incontinence and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction in Primary Care: Epidemiology and Risk Factors . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 Sujatha S. Rajan and Neeraj Kohli 2 Pelvic Floor Anatomy: Made Clear and Simple . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Robert M. Rogers, Jr. 3 Effects of Pregnancy and Childbirth on the Pelvic Floor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21 Roger P. Goldberg 4 Pathophysiology of Incontinence alC"