MR imaging of pelvic floor relaxation

Radiol Clin North Am. 2003 Jul;41(4):747-56. doi: 10.1016/s0033-8389(03)00042-3.

Abstract

The wide variety of available surface coils, pulse sequences, and post-processing techniques make MR imaging a useful clinical and research tool for evaluation of pelvic floor relaxation. Cases of isolated cystocele do not require imaging; however, in cases in which multiple compartments of the pelvis are involved or the patient has failed prior surgery, MR imaging should be considered for preoperative planning.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Aged
  • Diagnostic Imaging
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Magnetic Resonance Imaging*
  • Middle Aged
  • Muscle Relaxation
  • Pelvic Floor / anatomy & histology
  • Pelvic Floor / pathology*
  • Pelvic Floor / surgery