Introduction and hypothesis To evaluate the evidence for pathologies underlying stress
urinary incontinence (SUI) in women. Methods For the data sources, a structured search of …

Introduction Hypertonicity of the pelvic floor (PFH) is a disabling condition with urological,
gynecological and gastrointestinal symptoms, sexual problems and chronic pelvic pain …

Introduction The terminology for female and male pelvic floor muscle (PFM) assessment has
expanded considerably since the first PFM function and dysfunction standardization of …

The pelvic floor functions as a holistic entity. The organs, bladder, bowel, smooth and
striated muscles, nerves, ligaments and other connective tissues are directed cortically and …

Background Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are common complaint in urology practice
and affecting the quality of life for patients. This article aims to perform a systematic review …

Lower urinary tract symptoms represent a significant public health problem worldwide,
impairing patients' quality of life, especially in elderly people. Among LUTS, nocturia is …

Overactive bladder syndrome with and without urinary incontinence and related conditions,
signs, and disorders such as detrusor overactivity, neurogenic lower urinary tract …

The Piezo channel family, including Piezo1 and Piezo2, includes essential
mechanosensitive transduction molecules in mammals. Functioning in the conversion of …

The pelvic floor (PF) is made of muscles, ligaments, and fascia, which ensure organ statics,
maintain muscle tone, and are involved in contractions. This review describes the myofascial …

Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common health problem affecting quality of life of nearly 420
million people, both women and men. Pelvic floor muscle (PFM) training and other …