Publications by authors named "M R Keighley"
Background: Obstetric anal sphincter injury is the most common cause of anal incontinence for women, which often has profound impacts on women's lives. GPs offer a first line of contact for many women, but we know that very few women experiencing anal incontinence postnatally report discussing it with their GPs.
Aim: To identify key ways in which GPs can support women with anal incontinence caused by childbirth injuries.
Objectives: This study aimed to explore experiences of women with anal incontinence following a childbirth injury, and to identify areas of missed opportunities within care they received.
Design: This is a qualitative study involving semi-structured interviews.
Setting: Participants were recruited via five hospitals in the UK, and via social media adverts and communication from charity organisations.
Seizing the opportunity to improve patient care: pelvic floor services in 2021 and beyond.
Br J Hosp Med (Lond)
September 2021
Article Synopsis
- Patients needing pelvic floor and related surgical procedures were already considered a low priority before the COVID-19 pandemic.
- A consensus report has been created to suggest ways to enhance patient care in this area.
- The report encourages clinicians to take steps for positive changes in the treatment of patients with pelvic floor issues.