ArticleInternational urogynecology journal2025
Symptomatic Pelvic Floor Disorders in Community-Dwelling Women in Central Gondar Zone, Northwest Ethiopia.
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- Female pelvic floor protection-Where do we have to go?Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica · 2026Review
- Comment on "Symptomatic Pelvic Floor Disorders in Community-Dwelling Women in Central Gondar Zone, Northwest Ethiopia".International urogynecology journal · 2026Article
- Symptomatic Pelvic Floor Disorders and Their Associated Factors Among Women in Yilmana Densa Woreda, Northwest Ethiopia.International urogynecology journal · 2026Article
- Antenatal pelvic floor muscle exercises knowledge and practice in Ethiopia: a cross-sectional study in Jimma Zone public hospitals.BMC pregnancy and childbirth · 2026Article
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Abstract
introduction and hypothesisThis study was aimed at assessing the prevalence and factors contributing to pelvic floor disorder (PFD) symptoms.
methodsA community-based cross-sectional study was employed among 737 women in the central Gondar Zone of Northwest Ethiopia from September to December 2022. Participants were selected using a multi-stage cluster sampling. The Amharic version of the Pelvic Floor Disorder Inventory 20 (PFDI-20) tool was employed to evaluate the occurrence of PFDs. Bi-variable and multivariable logistic regression models were fitted to identify associated factors of PFDs.
resultsThe prevalence of at least one form of PFD was 26.9% (95% CI 23.3 to 30.0%). Pelvic organ prolapse symptoms, urinary incontinence, and fecal incontinence were reported at rates of 19.9%, 19.7%, and 12.8% respectively. Factors associated with PFDs included increasing age (AOR = 3.61, 95% CI 1.01 to 6.91), residing in a rural area (AOR = 2.12, 95% CI 1.63 to 3.66), a history of difficult labor (AOR = 1.83, 95% CI 1.26 to 2.66), multiple vaginal deliveries (AOR = 2.41, 95% CI 2.18 to 3.92), home delivery (AOR = 1.29, 95% CI 1.86 to 2.93), and being postmenopausal (AOR = 1.62, 95% CI 1.55 to 2.89).
conclusionsCurrently, more than 25% of women are experiencing distressing symptoms associated with PFDs. Contributing factors include older age, rural residence, having multiple vaginal deliveries, and postmenopausal status. Therefore, it is essential to focus on the early identification of PFD symptoms, raise awareness within the community and among women regarding the connections between advanced age, menopause, and multiparity, and advocate for family planning initiatives.
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