Submit a Manuscript to the Journal
International Journal of Women's Health
For an Article Collection on
Understanding Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions: Causes, Treatments, and Advances in Care
Manuscript deadline
Article collection guest advisor(s)
Dr. Matteo Frigerio,
Milano-Bicocca University, Italy
frigerio86@gmail.com
Dr. Maurizio Leone,
Pelvic Floor Clinic in Ospedale Policlinico San Martino di Genova, Italy
maurizio.leone@hsanmartino.it
Understanding Pelvic Floor Dysfunctions: Causes, Treatments, and Advances in Care
Pelvic floor dysfunctions (PFD) are common multifactorial heterogeneous conditions mainly due to pelvic floor injury. Otherwise, PFD may be linked to genetic, structural, and/or hormonal variables. PFD symptoms include vaginal, bowel, and lower urinary tract symptoms, as well as sexual impairments. Such symptoms include, among others, urinary and anal incontinence, an overactive bladder, pelvic organ prolapse, and sexual discomfort.
PFDs are widespread, affecting millions of women globally. In the US, around 25% of women have at least one pelvic floor disorder. PFDs hinders women’s daily activities, inhibits their sexual function, negatively impacts their social and physical functions, and lowers their overall quality of life. However, because many women do not seek medical assistance and some are even reluctant to discuss PFD symptoms with their caregivers, it is still challenging to ascertain the actual prevalence of PFD.
We are pleased to invite researchers, clinicians, and experts in the field to contribute to an Article Collection of papers on pelvic floor disorders for the International Journal of Women’s Health. This Collection aims to highlight recent advancements, novel treatments, and emerging research on the prevention, diagnosis, and management of pelvic floor conditions.
We welcome original research, clinical studies, reviews, and expert perspectives that explore a wide range of topics related to pelvic floor health. Your contribution will play a crucial role in advancing knowledge and improving patient care.
All manuscripts submitted to this Article Collection will undergo a full peer-review; the Guest Advisor for this Collection will not be handling the manuscripts.
Please review the journal scope and author submission instructions prior to submitting a manuscript.
The deadline for submitting manuscripts is August 31st, 2025.
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Submission Instructions
All manuscripts submitted to this Article Collection will undergo desk assessment and peer-review as part of our standard editorial process. Guest Advisors for this collection will not be involved in peer-reviewing manuscripts unless they are an existing member of the Editorial Board. Please review the journal Aims and Scope and author submission instructions prior to submitting a manuscript.