The Female Pelvic Floor 2e

Professor Petros uses the Integral Theory framework to give the anatomical basis for many pelvic
floor dysfunctions, a simple diagnostic system to diagnose which structures are causing the
problem, simulated operations to check that diagnosis and a new approach to non-surgical therapy.
Most importantly, application of the surgical principles detailed in this book will mean more
efficient, less invasive and less painful surgery for women suffering from genital prolapse,
urinary and faecal dysfunction, and some types of pelvic pain.


About the Author:
PE Papa Petros Emeritus Consultant, Royal Perth Hospital, Western Australia Professor (Adjunct),
University of Western Australia

Doody Review Services
Reviewer:David A Levy, MD(Case Western Reserve University)
Description:This book provides an excellent explanation of the etiologies of pelvic floor
dysfunction as well as the approaches to diagnostic and management concepts. This update comes
three years after the initial publication.
Purpose:The book explains the application of the "Integral Theory" in pelvic floor dysfunction.
This clinically based biomechanical description of the physics of the pelvic floor anatomy and
function delineates the physiologic components of pelvic floor prolapse and incontinence. It is a
logical and rational explanation of the manifestations of pelvic floor dysfunction presented in a
clear and concise format.
Audience:It is particularly useful to residents and practitioners who deal with female pelvic floor
dysfunction. The book is the result of the author's careful analysis of both his extensive
experience with these types of clinical problems and the continuing developments in this area of
medicine.
Features:The book provides a biophysical representation of pelvic floor anatomy as it relates to
pelvic floor prolapse and incontinence. It subcategorizes different components of pelvic floor
dysfunction into rational, anatomically-based defects and describes the approaches to diagnosing
and correcting the clinical manifestations of the defects. The illustrations are particularly
useful in demonstrating the author's point.
Assessment:This concise and thorough book provides a conceptual, subcategorized approach to pelvic
floor dysfunction with rational and logical explanations of the defects that result inclinical
manifestations of pelvic floor dysfunction. It is a useful contribution to the rapidly changing
field of pelvic floor medicine.

Table of Contents
Ch. 1 Overview 1
Ch. 2 The anatomy and dynamics of pelvic floor function and dysfunction 14
Ch. 3 Diagnosis of connective tissue damage 51
Ch. 4 Reconstructive pelvic floor surgery according to the integral theory 83
Ch. 5 Pelvic floor rehabilitation 168
Ch. 6 Mapping the dynamics of connective tissue dysfunction 173
Ch. 7 Current and emerging research issues 206
Ch. 8 Conclusion 222
App. 1 Patient questionnaires and other diagnostic resource tools 224