Although there has been an upsurge of interest in research on women's sexual and
reproductive health, most of the research has remained confined to the obstetrics and …

Introduction and hypothesis We aimed to summarize the knowledge on the pathogenesis of
pelvic organ prolapse (POP) generated in animal models. Methods We searched MEDLINE …

Objective To quantitatively describe the evolution of ectocervical stiffness in normal
pregnancy. Methods The stiffness of ectocervical tissue was measured by using the …

Mammalian pregnancy requires gradual yet extreme remodeling of the reproductive organs
to support the growth of the embryos and their birth. After delivery, the reproductive organs …

Pelvic organ prolapse is characterized as the descent of the pelvic organs into the vaginal
canal. In the USA, there is a 12% lifetime risk for requiring surgical intervention. Although …

Background Birth trauma to pelvic floor muscles is a major risk factor for pelvic floor
disorders. Intramuscular extracellular matrix determines muscle stiffness, supports …

Background and objective In the present study, we compared the effect of diabetic
pregnancy on the rectus abdominis muscle (RAM) in humans and rats. We hypothesized …

The ability of the vagina to contract gives rise to a set of active mechanical properties that
contribute to the complex function of this organ in-vivo. Regional differences in the …

Pelvic organ prolapse, the descent of the pelvic organs from their normal anatomical
position, is a common condition among women that is associated with mechanical …

Pelvic floor soft tissues undergo changes during the pregnancy. However, the degree and
nature of this process is not completely characterized. This study investigates the effect of …