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Abstract
Introduction and hypothesis: As long as mankind and especially women exist there have been problems related to gynecological and obstetrical problems including urogynecology. The early history of urogynecology has never been well described.
Methods: In this review we describe the origin of urogynecology in its earliest written sources emphasizing on ancient Egypt, Greece and Rome.
Results: Pelvic Organ Prolapse was, even then, an important part of gynecology and the connection between obstetric care and the occurrence of a prolapse was clearly recognized. There are countless examples of how doctors and midwives have struggled with this. A multitude of treatments, some such as the use of primitive pessaries, very realistic, others with a clear magical or religious slant.
Conclusion: It is concluded that urogynecological problems, especially Pelvic Organ Prolapse, was a major problem in these ancient societies with many, sometimes inventive, therapies.
期刊介绍：
The International Urogynecology Journal is the official journal of the International Urogynecological Association (IUGA).The International Urogynecology Journal has evolved in response to a perceived need amongst the clinicians, scientists, and researchers active in the field of urogynecology and pelvic floor disorders. Gynecologists, urologists, physiotherapists, nurses and basic scientists require regular means of communication within this field of pelvic floor dysfunction to express new ideas and research, and to review clinical practice in the diagnosis and treatment of women with disorders of the pelvic floor. This Journal has adopted the peer review process for all original contributions and will maintain high standards with regard to the research published therein. The clinical approach to urogynecology and pelvic floor disorders will be emphasized with each issue containing clinically relevant material that will be immediately applicable for clinical medicine. This publication covers all aspects of the field in an interdisciplinary fashion
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