ReviewInternational urogynecology journal2016
Concepts of the rectovaginal septum: implications for function and surgery.
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- Autonomic Plexuses of the Female Sexual Organs Travel Within Pubocervical and Rectovaginal [Endopelvic] Fascia: A Rationale for 'Nerve-Aware' Vaginal Prolapse Repair.Clinical anatomy (New York, N.Y.) · 2026Article
- Rare recurrence of malignant mesothelioma spreading to the perineum.BMJ case reports · 2023Article
- Literature review of the outcome of and methods used to improve transperineal repair of rectocele.World journal of gastrointestinal surgery · 2021Article
- The Female Pelvic Floor Fascia Anatomy: A Systematic Search and Review.Life (Basel, Switzerland) · 2021Review
- Isolated rectal buttonhole tears in obstetrics: case series and review of the literature.International urogynecology journal · 2021Review
- Gynecological influencing factors on the rectovaginal septum's morphology.International urogynecology journal · 2021Observational
- Recommendations for a Combined Laparoscopic and Transanal Approach in Treating Deep Endometriosis of the Lower Rectum-The Rouen Technique.Journal of personalized medicine · 2021Article
- Review of Denonvilliers' fascia: the controversies and consensuses.Gastroenterology report · 2020Review
- Analyzing the Role of Anal Sphincter Pressure in Rectocele Formation.Annals of coloproctology · 2020Article
- Evaluation of Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome with magnetic resonance imaging: Three patterns of uterine remnants and related anatomical features and clinical settings.European radiology · 2017Article
- Surgical Updates in the Treatment of Pelvic Organ Prolapse.Rambam Maimonides medical journal · 2017Review
- Rare Epithelioid Leiomyoma of the Vagina Exhibiting a Pelvic Mass.Case reports in obstetrics and gynecology · 2017Article
- Pelvic Myxoid Leiomyoma Mass between Vagina and Rectum.Case reports in surgery · 2016Article
- Detailed and applied anatomy for improved rectal cancer treatment.Annals of gastroenterologyReview
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Abstract
introductionIn the pelvis, the rectogenital septum (RGS) separates the urogenital compartment from the digestive compartment. In men, it corresponds to Denonvilliers' rectoprostatic fascia or rectovesical septum (RVS). Its purpose-and, indeed, its existence-are controversial in women. The purpose of this review was to update knowledge about the RGS in women and, in particular, to clarify its relationship to pelvic nerves in order to deduce practical consequences of pelvic surgery and compare it to the RVS in men.
methodsA review of the anatomical and surgical literature was undertaken. Evidence for embryological origin, composition, and surgical importance of the RGS in women and men is suggested.
resultsThis manuscript presents evidence of the existence of the RGS in both women (rectovaginal septum, RVaS) and men (rectovesical septum, RVS). It originates from the genital structures and extends from the rectogenital pouch to the perineal body. It is composed of connective tissue associated with bundles of smooth muscle cells and has lateral expansions in close contact with neurovascular bundles originating from the inferior hypogastric plexus. During pelvic surgery for carcinoma, preservation of nerve fibers of erectile bodies is necessary if possible. The RGS is thus an important surgical landmark during urogenital sinus surgery, prolapse surgery, and proctectomy in women as well as during proctectomy and prostatectomy in men.
conclusionsThe RGS is present in women as well as in men, with great similarities between the two sexes. It represents an important surgical landmark during pelvic nerve-sparing surgery.
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