Progresses of pelvic floor ultrasound in assessing levator ani muscle injury in postpartum women
10.13929/j.1003-3289.201810134
- Author:
Mei YI
1
Author Information
1. Department of Ultrasound, Affiliated Renhe Hospital of Three Gorges University
- Publication Type:Journal Article
- Keywords:
Levator ani muscle injury;
Research progress;
Ultrasonography
- From:
Chinese Journal of Medical Imaging Technology
2019;35(4):618-621
- CountryChina
- Language:Chinese
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Abstract:
The levator ani muscle is the most important component of the pelvic floor support system, and levator ani muscle injury (LAMI) is a leading cause of female pelvic floor dysfunction (FPFD). Early diagnosis of changes of levator ani muscle structure and function in postpartum women is vital in preventing the occurrence of FPFD. Progresses of pelvic floor ultrasound in assessment of levator ani muscle injury in postpartum women were reviewed in this article.
