Pessaries for Pelvic Organ Prolapse: The Evidence

Autor: Sandra A. Baydock
Rok vydání: 2006
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Zdroj: Pessaries in Clinical Practice ISBN: 9781846281631
DOI: 10.1007/978-1-84628-315-4_2
Popis: Research concerning the indications and effectiveness of pessaries has been scant. This chapter discusses the following issues: 1. Predictors of successful pessary fitting, patient satisfaction, and continued use 2. Evidence supporting the use of specific pessaries for specific pelvic support problems 3. Complications associated with pessary care 4. Pessary follow-up protocols 5. Current pessary practice among health care professionals
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