https://doi.org/10.3389/fpubh.2023.1180907
Rocío Molina and colleagues (2023) studied influence of pelvic floor disorders on quality of life in women. Pelvic floor disorders have a significant impact on the quality of life in women, affecting physical, psychological, sexual, and social health. The presence of these disorders is associated with a reduction in health-related quality of life. The study aims to determine the association between different pelvic floor disorders and changes in perceived quality of life. The SF12 questionnaire was used to assess the women’s quality of life. The study found that for each point of variation in the PFDI scale, there was a reduction in the SF-12 quality of life questionnaire. The symptoms of pelvic floor disorders significantly decreased HRQoL, with prolapse symptoms having the biggest impact. Women with pelvic floor disorders have a worse perceived quality of life in all dimensions, with the emotional component being the most affected.