PELVIC FLOOR MUSCULATURE IN WOMEN: ANATOMICAL SUPPORT, OBSTETRIC STRESS AND PREVENTION OF PELVIC ORGAN PROLAPSE

Pelvic floor muscles are central to continence, pelvic-organ support,childbirth mechanics and long-term quality of life. This article examines pelvic floor anatomy andthe clinical consequences of obstetric mechanical stress. Global evidence suggests that pelvic organprolapse affects a substantial proportion of women, while childbirth, age, obesity and connectivetissuefactors contribute to risk. The pelvic floor should be understood as a dynamic muscularfascialsystem rather than a static anatomical base. Prevention requires anatomy-based education,respectful childbirth care, early symptom recognition and rehabilitation pathways.