Surgery for Descending Perineum Syndrome
Author Information
Author(s): Beco Jacques
Primary Institution: University of Liège, Department of Gynaecology
Hypothesis
Can retro-anal levator plate myorrhaphy improve symptoms in patients with descending perineum syndrome?
Conclusion
The surgical procedure appears to improve various symptoms associated with levator plate sagging.
Supporting Evidence
- 2 out of 2 cases of stress urinary incontinence improved after surgery.
- 3 out of 5 cases of urinary urgency improved.
- 6 out of 7 cases of perineodynia improved.
- Rectal examination showed complete suppression of sagging in 4 patients.
Takeaway
Doctors can help women with a condition called descending perineum syndrome by doing a special surgery that makes them feel better.
Methodology
A retrospective case series of nine female patients underwent retro-anal levator plate myorrhaphy to treat symptomatic levator plate sagging.
Potential Biases
Potential bias due to the retrospective nature of the study and lack of a control group.
Limitations
The study is limited by its small sample size and retrospective design.
Participant Demographics
Nine female patients with a mean age of 44.3 years.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.05
Statistical Significance
p<0.05
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