Urogynecology in the Philippines: Past, present, and future / Philippine Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology

ABSTRACT

@#Urogynecology and Reconstructive Pelvic Surgery has long been recognized specialty in the field of obstetrics and gynecology and it is not new to any of us. In 1979, the American College of Obstetrics and Gynecology officially recognized this field as a subspecialty. In the Philippines, however, urogynecology is still in its infancy stage. Urogynecology concerns problems of the female genital tract and lower urinary and lower intestinal tract disorders. More commonly, we provide care to women with various pelvic floor disorders such as pelvic organ prolapse, fecal incontinence, and bladder control problems, specifically urinary incontinence. They are, at present, aspects of women’s health that are frequently neglected or ignored. With the recent emphasis on women’s health and quality of life, caring for women with various pelvic floor disorders would become an increasingly important aspect of women’s healthcare. Moreover, for a rapidly growing and aging population, the demand for such care will inevitably escalate.