The Female Pelvis - Anatomy, Function and Disorders

The female pelvis is a complex anatomical region composed of the bony pelvis, pelvic muscle, connective tissue, and pelvic organs. The levator ani muscles, pelvic floor fasciae, and ligaments play a critical role in maintaining pelvic organs in their normal location. The injury and defects of these muscles and connective tissues can result in pelvic floor dysfunction. With a deep understanding of the functional anatomy of the female pelvis, precision treatment can be achieved for the management of pelvic floor dysfunction. In this book, experts and researchers from different countries present the latest advances and innovations in the field of the female pelvis. The contents offer readers vital updates, even though they cannot cover every facet of the female pelvis.