Aim: The qualitative and quantitative analysis of the histological structure of the Levator Ani (LA) muscle at female patients with pelvi-perineal prolapse (PPP).
Material And Methods: After having taken biopsies of LA from 50 patients with PPP, a microscopic qualitative and quantitative study has been performed. This study was done by comparison with a control lot.
Results: The connective, muscular and vascular modifications in the structure of the LA are presented, in connection with the hormonal status of patients with PPP and also the influence of these modifications on the anatomic and functional integrity of the pelvic floor.
Conclusions: Applying the hormonal maintenance treatment for menopause patients has become strictly necessary, both in the PPP prophylaxis and after restoring surgeries.
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