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'''Pelvic floor'''

The '''pelvic floor''' is a complex structure in the human body that provides support for the pelvic organs and plays a crucial role in the function of the urinary, bowel, and sexual systems. It is made up of layers of muscle and other tissues that stretch from the pubic bone at the front of the body to the base of the spine at the back.

== Anatomy ==

The pelvic floor is composed of several muscles and connective tissues, including the [[levator ani]], the [[coccygeus muscle]], and the [[fascia]]. These structures form a hammock-like floor that supports the [[bladder]], [[uterus]] (in women), [[prostate]] (in men), and [[rectum]]. The pelvic floor also contains several openings for the [[urethra]], [[vagina]] (in women), and [[anus]].

== Function ==

The primary function of the pelvic floor is to support the pelvic organs and to help maintain continence. The muscles of the pelvic floor contract and relax to control the passage of urine and feces. They also play a role in sexual function, with the ability to contract during orgasm in both men and women.

== Disorders ==

Disorders of the pelvic floor can lead to a variety of symptoms, including [[urinary incontinence]], [[fecal incontinence]], and [[pelvic organ prolapse]]. These conditions can be caused by a number of factors, including childbirth, aging, obesity, and certain medical procedures. Treatment options for pelvic floor disorders can include physical therapy, medication, and surgery.

== See also ==

* [[Kegel exercise]]
* [[Pelvic floor dysfunction]]
* [[Pelvic floor exercise]]

== References ==

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[[Category:Anatomy]]
[[Category:Gynecology]]
[[Category:Urology]]
[[Category:Sexual health]]

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