Research on Pelvic Floor Disorders in Women

Pelvic Floor Disorders Network 2021

NIH-funded research Ut Southwestern Medical Center · NIH-11131291

This research brings together experts to better understand and prevent pelvic floor disorders in women.

Quick facts

Grant typeNIH-funded research
Study typeNIH-funded research
Funding institutionUt Southwestern Medical Center NIH-funded
Lab location1 site (Dallas, United States)
Project IDNIH-11131291 on NIH RePORTER

What this research studies

This initiative aims to bring together experts to conduct important research on pelvic floor disorders in women. We are focused on including a diverse group of women in our studies and ensuring their continued participation. Our goal is to develop new research ideas that help us understand why these conditions happen and how to prevent them. We also plan to lead a larger study focused on preventing urinary and fecal incontinence.

Who could benefit from this research

Good fit: Women experiencing or at risk for pelvic floor disorders, including urinary or fecal incontinence, may be ideal candidates for participation.

Not a fit: Patients not experiencing or at risk for pelvic floor disorders would likely not benefit directly from this specific research.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this work could lead to new ways to prevent and treat pelvic floor disorders, improving the quality of life for many women.

How similar studies have performed: This research builds upon previous successful efforts within a long-standing network dedicated to studying pelvic floor disorders.

Where this research is happening

Dallas, United States

Researchers

About this research

  1. This is an active NIH-funded research project — typically early-stage science, not a clinical trial accepting patient enrollment.
  2. Some NIH-funded labs run parallel clinical studies or seek volunteers for related work. To check, contact the principal investigator or institution listed above.
  3. For full project details, budget, and progress reports, visit the official NIH RePORTER page below.
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