Pelvic Floor Anatomy for the Urogynecologist

This was recorded as a part of the Fundamentals of Urogynecology, now known as Urogynecology: Comprehensive Review Course on September 15-16, 2022, virually. The speakers are Carolyn Swenson, MD, Associate Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Division Chief of Urogynecology, University of Utah and Anne Sammarco, MD, MPH, Assistant Professor of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Case Western Reserve University.

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This presentation will cover detailed pelvic floor anatomy of the levator ani, perineal membrane, cardinal and uterosacral ligaments. After the presentation, listeners will have a comprehensive understanding of the functional anatomy of these structures, and the association between impairments in these structures and prolapse. In addition, the relationship between Level I and Level III support will be presented and implications for successful treatment strategies explored. After attending htis session, participants will be able to:

Understand the telationship between Level I and Level III support.
Understand the functional anatomy and clinical assessment of the levator ani muscles.
Identify apical support structures and changes with prolapse.