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Erschienen in: International Urogynecology Journal 4/2005

01.08.2005 | Review Article

Evolution of the female pelvis and relationships to pelvic organ prolapse

verfasst von: Megan Schimpf, Paul Tulikangas

Erschienen in: International Urogynecology Journal | Ausgabe 4/2005

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Abstract

The female pelvis provides support for the lower limbs as well as for the gastrointestinal tract, the bladder, and the reproductive organs. It must also serve as a passageway for defecation, urination, and, possibly, delivery of an infant. The bones, ligaments, and muscles of the human female pelvis have evolved from our early ancestors. Pelvic organ prolapse may occur because of the limitations involved with adapting the pelvic bones, muscles, and ligaments previously used for other purposes into a supportive role. Here we review these changing roles and functions of nonhuman primate and human female anatomy.
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Metadaten
Titel
Evolution of the female pelvis and relationships to pelvic organ prolapse
verfasst von
Megan Schimpf
Paul Tulikangas
Publikationsdatum
01.08.2005
Erschienen in
International Urogynecology Journal / Ausgabe 4/2005
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Elektronische ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-004-1258-1

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