AI 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.

Article Abstract

Patients requiring pelvic floor and functional urological, gynaecological and coloproctological surgery were viewed as a low priority even before COVID-19. A consensus report outlines recommendations to improve care and encourage clinicians to help bring about positive changes for patients with pelvic floor problems.

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http://dx.doi.org/10.12968/hmed.2021.0387DOI Listing

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