From molecular to macro: the key role of the apical ligaments in uterovaginal support.
Am J Obstet Gynecol
; 222(5): 427-436, 2020 05.
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| ID: mdl-31639371
ABSTRACT
To explain the pathophysiology of pelvic organ prolapse, we must first understand the complexities of the normal support structures of the uterus and vagina. In this review, we focus on the apical ligaments, which include the cardinal and uterosacral ligaments. The aims of this review are the following (1) to provide an overview of the anatomy and histology of the ligaments; (2) to summarize the imaging and biomechanical studies of the ligament properties and the way they relate to anterior and posterior vaginal wall prolapse; and (3) to synthesize these findings into a conceptual model for the progression of prolapse.
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Colección:
01-internacional
Banco de datos:
MEDLINE
Asunto principal:
Diafragma Pélvico
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Prolapso de Órgano Pélvico
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Ligamentos
Tipo de estudio:
Prognostic_studies
Límite:
Female
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Humans
Idioma:
En
Revista:
Am J Obstet Gynecol
Año:
2020
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Article