ArticleInternational urogynecology journal2020
Prevalence of symptomatic urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse among women in rural Nepal.
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- The prevalence of pelvic organ prolapse and associated factors in Ethiopia: a systematic review and meta-analysis.Frontiers in medicine · 2023Pooled it
- Redefining Labiaplasty: New Anatomical Classification and Innovative Treatment Algorithm for Vulvar Aging.Aesthetic plastic surgery · 2026Observational
- Unveiling the depths of pelvic organ prolapse: From risk factors to therapeutic methods (Review).Experimental and therapeutic medicine · 2025Review
- Predictive Factors of Pelvic Organ Prolapse and the Quality of Life Among Jordanian Women: A Case-Control Study.International journal of women's health · 2025Article
- A cross-sectional analysis based on GBD data: trends in the global, regional, and national burden of pelvic organ prolapse from 1990 to 2021.Frontiers in public health · 2025Article
- Risk Factors of Pelvic Floor Disorders Among Women in Rural Nepal: A Case-Control Study.International urogynecology journal · 2024Article
- Prevalence and associated factors of symptomatic pelvic floor disorders among women living in Debre Tabor Town, Northwest Amhara, Ethiopia.BMC women's health · 2024Article
- Worldwide Prevalence of Pelvic Organ Prolapse: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis.Iranian journal of public health · 2024Review
- A population-based cross-sectional survey on the prevalence, severity, risk factors, and self-perception of female urinary incontinence in rural Fujian, China.International urogynecology journal · 2023Article
- Mesenchymal stem cell-based therapy for female stress urinary incontinence.Frontiers in cell and developmental biology · 2023Review
- One in ten ever-married women who visited health facilities for various reasons have pelvic organ prolapse in Harari regional state, Eastern Ethiopia.BMC women's health · 2022Article
- Effect of prolonged second stage of labor on pelvic floor function: A prospective cohort study.International urogynecology journal · 2022Article
- Pregnant women's experiences with a pelvic floor muscle training program in Nepal.Global health action · 2021Article
- Knowledge, self-perception and ability of pelvic floor muscle contraction among Nepalese women with urinary incontinence.Brazilian journal of physical therapyArticle
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Abstract
introduction and hypothesisAlthough pelvic floor disorders (PFDs) are a significant public health issue in higher income countries, less is known about these disorders and associated risk factors in low income countries. We aimed to determine prevalence and associated risk factors for stress urinary incontinence (SUI), urge urinary incontinence (UUI), and pelvic organ prolapse (POP) in reproductive age women in Sarlahi District in rural Nepal.
methodsWe conducted a community-based cross-sectional survey of parous, reproductive age women in rural Nepal and screened for pelvic floor disorders using validated screening questions for PFDs. Overall frequency of self-reported symptoms for SUI, UUI, and POP was estimated and compared across demographic and pregnancy history information.
resultsOf 14,469 women available for analysis, the mean (SD, range) age was 33.5 (8.2, 13-52) years, and median (range) number of pregnancies was 4 (1-15). The prevalence of SUI was 24.1% (95% CI: 23.3-24.8), of UUI was 13.5% (95% CI: 13.0-14.1), and of POP was 8.0% (95% CI: 7.5-8.4). Bivariate analysis identified the risk of PFD increased incrementally with age and number of vaginal deliveries; these covariates were highly correlated. Multivariable logistic regression revealed age, vaginal deliveries, and previous pelvic surgeries were independently associated with PFD.
conclusionsPFDs are common in a community of parous, reproductive age women in rural Nepal. Risk factors for these conditions are similar to risk factors found in higher income countries.
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