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. 2023 Sep 5;10:1158907. doi: 10.3389/fmed.2023.1158907

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In 1990, Petros and Ulmsten first proposed the integral theory of the pelvic floor. It points out that different levels of vaginal support axis in different compartments together constitute an anatomical and functional organic whole, and weakening any structure will lead to the imbalance of the whole function, resulting in pelvic floor dysfunction disease. PS, pubic symphysis; PUL, pubourethral ligament; PCM, pubococcygeus muscle; ATFP, arcus tendineus fascia pelvis; PB, perineal body; PCF, pubocervocal fascia; EAS, external anal sphincter; PRM, pubic rectum muscle; RVF, rectovaginal fascia; LMA, longitudinal muscle of anus; LP, levator plate; USL, uterosacral ligament; S, sacrum; R: rectum; B, bladder; UT, uterus.