Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery

The most comprehensive single-volume reference on urogynecology Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery is a unique combination text and atlas that delivers a solid introduction to the subspecialty. The book thoroughly covers underlying principles with an emphasis on diagnostic techniques and management/treatment strategies. Full-color presentation with hundreds of original images and surgical illustrations Comprehensive coverage of key topics, including patient evaluation, anatomy, pelvic floor dysfunction, clinical management, pre- and post-operative patient care, and recommended medical, behavioral, and physical therapy treatment strategies. Authored by an international team of experts, including a gynecologist, urologist, and surgeon, all with urogynecological training for multidisciplinary perspectives.

Section 1 Fundamental Topics

1. Epidemiology

2. Anatomy of the pelvic floor

3. Clinical evaluation of the patient with pelvic floor dysfunction

4. Diagnostic evaluation of the patient with urinary incontinence

5. Diagnostic evaluation of the patient with anal incontinence

6. Diagnostic evaluation of the patient with pelvic organ prolapse

Section 2: Disease States

7. Urinary incontinence

8. Anal incontinence

9. Pelvic organ prolapse

10. Voiding dysfunction

11. Defectory dysfunction

12. Pearies for treatment of urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse

13. Physical therapy for pelvic floor dysfunction

14. Behavioral therapy for pelvic floor dysfunction

15. Use of graft materials in reconstructive surgery

16. Choosing the route of surgery

Section 3: Clinical Management

17. Perioperative evaluation

18. Postoperative care of women with functional disorders of the pelvic floor

19. Incorporation of new testaments into clinical practice

Section 4: Surgical Atlas

20. Surgery for urinary incontinence

21. Surgery for pelvic organ prolapse

22. Surgery for anal incontinence

23. Fistula repair

24. Graft removal

25. Minimally invasive surgery

26. Salvage operations for urinary and anal incontinence