World Scientific Publishing Company Urogynaecology And Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery: A Roadmap For Training In Urogynaecology

"This book is comprehensive, covering most of the important urogynecological conditions that affect women. With an aging population globally, we expect to see an increased incidence of urogynecological issues. Doctors, even general obstetricians, may not be familiar managing these conditions, which requires sensitivity because these patients may feel embarrassed and elect to suffer in silence. Therefore, this book has a large potential reach: doctors, nurses, allied health professionals, medical trainees, and the general public." Kim Teng Tan Senior Consultant, KK Women's and Children's Hospital, Singapore "This book is unique in its comprehensive coverage of pelvic floor disorders, detailed exploration of both office-based and surgical treatment options, and emphasis on quality of life assessments and holistic patient care." Bilal Chughtai Chief of Urology, Plainview Hospital, USA Associate Professor of Urology, Hofstra University, USA "A book that teaches and incalcates the basics well through thorough history-taking and comprehensive, skilled physical examinations (with appropriate bedside tests) will hopefully instill in a new generation of clinicians the joyful delight of being a detective, as opposed to a laboratory technician blunderbusting an array of tests to figure out what is wrong with a patient. And demonstrating how to use quality-of-life measures in simple terms, thus allowing clinicians to incorporate objective, qualitative and meaningful assessment of therapy, is key in this era of medicine. Professor Digesu et al offer an in-depth, comprehensive, clinically driven book on modern urogynaecology and pelvic reconstructive surgery that is bound to be informative, relevant and applicable to both subspecialty trainees and experienced clincians alike." Arthur Tseng Consultant, Gleneagles Hospital, Singapore This book was created as a guide to follow the recent International Urogynecological Association (IUGA) roadmap for training in urogynecology published in 2024. The chapters/topics discussed are those suggested by IUGA Fellowship development committee and can serve as an introduction to the basics of urogynecology that should be pursued by all trainees desiring a focused treatise on the field of urogynecology. Clinical assessment is presented holistically, combining symptom assessment, severity and bother evaluation, lifestyle and precipitating factors, and appropriate use of diagnostic tools. Equal attention is given to conservative, office-based therapies and surgical options, allowing trainees to understand the full continuum of care and develop sound judgment in selecting appropriate interventions. The role of contemporary surgical materials, including biologic and synthetic options, is critically discussed within the context of safety, efficacy, and long-term outcomes. The text also highlights the importance of patient-reported outcomes, introducing validated measures of symptom severity and quality of life for both clinical practice and research. Written as a comprehensive roadmap, the book bridges foundational knowledge with real-world application, with a strong emphasis on anatomy-driven, patient-centred care.