Bildgebung des Beckenbodens: Die Sicht der Gynäkologie

BACKGROUND: Pelvic floor dysfunction is common in women. OBJECTIVES: To describe the role of ultrasound in the urogynecological examination and imaging of the pelvic floor. MATERIALS AND METHODS: Analysis and summary of current recommendations and literature on the role of pelvic floor ultrasound. RESULTS: Pelvic floor ultrasound is a dynamic and real-time imaging modality. It is readily available, allows for a realistic assessment of anatomy and morphology, and poses minimal patient burden. CONCLUSIONS: Pelvic floor ultrasound is of great value in preoperative diagnostics as well as in the postoperative management of complications.