Keywords
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Pelvic Floor Anatomy and Function Anal Continence Urinary continence |
Aims and Objectives
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Pelvic floor is relevant to many subspecialties, i.e., gynecology, urology, urogynecology, colorectal surgery and gastroenterology. Pelvic floor disorders are many since these muscles serve important functions to many different organ systems and their dysfunction causes anal & uretheral incontinence, organ prolapse and many other disorders. Controversies continue to surround anatomy, neural innervations and functional assessment of these muscles. MRI, 3D-Ultrasound imaging and new pressure/force measurements have shed important light into the anatomy and function of these muscles. Goal is to highlight these advances. Novel approaches and important insights into this area of medicine will be covered in this important workshop.
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