Structures that maintain the position of the vagina within the pelvic cavity
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The vaginal support structures are those muscles, bones, ligaments, tendons, membranes and fascia, of the pelvic floor that maintain the position of the vagina within the pelvic cavity and allow the normal functioning of the vagina and other reproductive structures in the female. Defects or injuries to these support structures in the pelvic floor leads to pelvic organ prolapse. Anatomical and congenital variations of vaginal support structures can predispose a woman to further dysfunction and prolapse later in life.[1] The urethra is part of the anterior wall of the vagina and damage to the support structures there can lead to incontinence and urinary retention.[2]
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