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13.1 Introduction 1. Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) prevalence rates range from 10% in younger women and up to 50% in postmenopausal women. 2. Nearly 1 in 10 women will undergo surgical correction for POP in their lifetime. 3. This can…
12.1 Urinary incontinence 12.1.1 Introduction 1. Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common disorder that affects approximately 25% of the general population according to large epidemiological studies. 2. Several factors have been implicated in UI, including parity, operative vaginal delivery, length…
11.1 Introduction Heavy menstrual bleeding (HMB) is a common condition that affects 20%–30% of women during their reproductive age and has a major impact on women’s quality of life. The International Federation of Gynaecology and Obstetrics (FIGO) has defined HMB…
10.1 Introduction 1. The prevalence of obesity is increasing worldwide with more than 600 million obese adults, including 15% of women, in 2014. 2. Being overweight in early adulthood increases the risk of menstrual irregularities, ovulatory dysfunction, and consequently subfertility.…
9.1 Introduction The World Health Organization defines obesity as abnormal or excessive fat accumulation that impairs health. Obesity is most commonly defined using body mass index (BMI). The percentage of obese women (BMI ≥30) in the United Kingdom has increased…
8.1 Introduction Recurrent miscarriage (RM) is defined as loss of three or more consecutive pregnancies prior to 20 weeks of gestation, though some authors describe RM as two or more consecutive pregnancy losses. The incidence of RM has been reported…
7.1 Introduction Obesity has become a global epidemic, affecting more than 650 million adults worldwide. The prevalence of obesity has consistently increased to the point where more than 35% of adults are now considered to be obese. Women are generally…
1. Sexual health is an important part of overall health, well-being, and quality of life. 2. The association between obesity and physical illness is well established. 3. There is a growing recognition of the negative impact that obesity can have…
5.1 Introduction Bariatric surgery is the most effective treatment for morbid obesity. National Institute of Health has laid out criteria for a group of patients who should be considered suitable for bariatric surgery: 1. Body mass index (BMI)>40. 2. BMI…