PELVIC RELAXATION OF THE ANTERIOR COMPARTMENT

Defects in the support of the anterior pelvic compartment result in a number of anatomic and physiologic problems in women. Recently, an emp hasis has been placed on the importance of thorough evaluation of such defects so that sufficient and hopefully permanent repair of all defe cts can be performed. Newer applications of radiologic techniques aid in identifying and quantifying pelvic floor defects. Possible surgical approaches to pelvic defect repair are reviewed, as are newer techniq ues such as peri-urethral injections and laparoscopic colposuspension.