Study on an Non-invasive MR Imaging in Subjecte with Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

Background: Functional disorders of the pelvic floor such as pelvic organ prolapse and defecatory dysfunction represent a common health problem. Posterior compartment abnormalities include Rectocele (Anterior and Posterior), Rectal invagination and prolapse, enterocle and descending perineal syndrome. Objectives of this study: a) to assess the usefulness of Dynamic MR imaging of the pelvis in assessment of functional disorders of posterior compartment of the pelvic floor and b) to compare physical examination findings with Dynamic MR imaging of the pelvis findings in patients with pelvic floor dysfunction.  Materials and Methods: Data collection The indication, clinical findings, prior imaging findings and Dynamic MR imaging findings was recorded and DICOM images was saved in CD format for future reference. Follow up was obtained wherever available. Statistical Analysis Statistical evaluation was performed by SPSS version 17.0 (Chicago, IL). Data was presented as tables, Student's independent sample two-tailed t-test and chi square test was used. For variables including 3 comparison parameters, ANOVA test was used. A p value <0.05 was considered statistically significant.  Discussion & Conclusion: This study shows that dynamic MR imaging can accurately delineate the pathologies of the pelvic floor with excellent correlation with symptoms, examination findings and prior risk factors.&nbsp