Pelvic Floor and Sexual Health After Childbirth Injury
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This study follows women who experienced anal sphincter injury during childbirth at a Finnish hospital between 2009 and 2021. Researchers want to understand how this injury affects pelvic floor function and sexual health over time, and what treatments or support help most.
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Who can take part
- You gave birth at Tampere University Hospital between 2009 and 2021
- During your delivery, you experienced an obstetric anal sphincter injury (a tear affecting the muscle that controls bowel movements)
- You are willing to participate in a long-term follow-up study
- You can communicate in Finnish or English
Quick eligibility check
Answer a few plain-language questions, based on this study's own requirements, to get a preliminary sense of fit.
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