J.B. Alford1, D.C. Simkins1, R.A. Rembert1, L. Hoyte, MD2
CMES-Computer Modeling in Engineering & Sciences, Vol.98, No.2, pp. 129-149, 2014, DOI:10.3970/cmes.2014.098.129
Abstract Mechanical deformation of tissues in the female pelvic floor is believed to be central to understanding a number of important aspects of women’s health, particularly pelvic floor dysfunction. A 2008 study of US women reported the prevalence of pelvic floor disorders in the 20 and 39 years range as 9.7% with the prevalence increasing with age until it reaches roughly 50% in the 80 and older age group [Nygaard, Barber, Burgio, and et al (2008)]. Clinical observation indicates a strong correlation between problems such as pelvic organ prolapse/urinary incontinence and vaginal childbirth. It is thought that childbirth parameters like fetal… More >
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