Publications by authors named "M Susana Rodriguez de Schiavi"
Purpose: Surgical repair is considered the mainstay of genital prolapse management. Several procedures are available both by vaginal and abdominal route, with and without mesh augmentation. The Italian UroGynecology Association (AIUG) promoted this survey with the aim of evaluating current variations in the surgical management of various types of prolapse in different clinical settings and to compare practice amongst practitioners working in high- and medium/low-volume centers.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFPurpose: Advances in cancer detection and treatment have extended cancer survivors' (CSs) life expectancy, but their evolving health needs remain unmet. This study analyzes 14 patient-reported outcome measures (PROMs) for CSs with non-cutaneous cancers using the International Classification of Functioning, Disability and Health (ICF) framework. These 14 PROMs are derived from a recent review focusing on the implementation of the routine assessment of unmet needs in cancer survivors.
View Article and Find Full Text PDFBackground: Ectopic pregnancy (EP) is a serious obstetric condition that can be life-threatening, with various risk factors contributing to its development. In particular, in vitro fertilization (IVF) techniques may lead to an increased rate EP. Additionally, also endometriosis seems to be related to this particular obstetrical condition.
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- The research aims to show that combining Rectal wall Plication (RP) and robotic Ventral Mesh Rectopexy (VMR) is a safe and effective treatment for women with Obstructed Defecation Syndrome (ODS).
- In a study involving 78 women, those who received the combination treatment (VMR + RP) experienced better improvements in sexual quality of life and increased sexual activity compared to those who had only VMR.
- Both treatment groups reported significant improvements in their posterior compartment scores and bowel function, with the combined approach showing potential for enhanced overall quality of life.
Background: The aim of this study was to analyze how antepartum pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) plus perineal massage associated with postpartum PFMT have a significant impact on pelvic floor health during pregnancy and after delivery.
Methods: One thousand two hundred thirty-three women were enrolled from January 2019 to December 2021. They were divided into two groups: 786 women underwent postpartum PFMT only, 447 women experienced both prepartum perineal massage and PFMT and postpartum PFMT.