title: [French translation of "An International Urogynecological Association (IUGA)/International Continence Society (ICS) joint report on the terminology for female pelvic floor dysfunction" published in Int Urogynecol J 2010;21(1):5-26].
abstract: OBJECTIVE
  Given its increasing complexity, the terminology for female pelvic floor disorders needs to be updated in addition to existing terminology of the lower urinary tract. To do this, it seems preferable to adopt a female-specific approach and build on a consensus based on clinical practice.
  
  
  METHODS
  This paper summarizes the work of the standardization and terminology committees of two international scientific societies, namely the International Urogynecological Association (IUGA) and the International Continence Society (ICS). These committees were assisted by many external expert referees. A ranking into relevant major clinical categories and sub-categories was developed in order to allocate an alphanumeric code to each definition. An extensive process of 15 internal and external reviews was set up to study each definition in detail, with decisions taken collectively (consensus).
  
  
  RESULTS
  Terminology was developed for female pelvic floor disorders, bringing together more than 250 definitions. It is clinically based and the six most common diagnoses are defined. The emphasis was placed on clarity and user-friendliness to make this terminology accessible to practitioners and trainees in all the specialties involved in female pelvic floor disorders. Imaging investigations (ultrasound, radiology, MRI) exclusively for women have been added to the text, relevant figures have also been included to complete the text and help clarify the meaning. Regular reviews are planned and are also required to keep the document up-to-date and as widely acceptable as possible.
  
  
  CONCLUSIONS
  The work conducted led to the development of a consensual terminology of female pelvic floor disorders. This document has been designed to provide substantial assistance in clinical practice and research.
  
  
  METHODS
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authors: Service de gynécologie-obstétrique, CHRU Carémeau, place du Pr-R.-Debré, 30029 Nîmes cedex 9, France. Electronic address: renaud.detayrac@chu-nimes.fr.
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authors: Suite 904, St Vincent's Clinic, 438 Victoria Street, Darlinghurst, Sydney, 2010, NSW, Australie. Electronic address: haylen@optusnet.com.au.
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authors: Haylen
authors: Service de gynécologie-obstétrique, hôpital Antoine-Béclère, route de la Porte-de-Trivaux, 92140 Clamart, France.
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authors: Deffieux
authors: Service d'urologie, hôpital Bichat, 46, rue Henri-Huchard, 75018 Paris, France.
authors: J F
authors: JF
authors: Hermieu
authors: Service d'urologie, CHRU Carémeau, place du Pr-R.-Debré, 30029 Nîmes cedex 9, France.
authors: L
authors: L
authors: Wagner
authors: Service de neuro-urologie et d'explorations périnéales, hôpital Tenon, 4, rue de la Chine, 75020 Paris, France.
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authors: Amarenco
authors: Centre fédératif de pelvi-périnéologie, CHU de Nantes, 44000 Nantes, France.
authors: J J
authors: JJ
authors: Labat
authors: Département de physiologie digestive, CHU de Rouen, 76000 Rouen, France.
authors: A M
authors: AM
authors: Leroi
authors: Maternité Notre-Dame-de-Bon-Secours, groupe hospitalier Paris - Saint-Joseph, 75014 Paris, France.
authors: S
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authors: Billecocq
authors: Service de gynécologie-obstétrique, CHRU Carémeau, place du Pr-R.-Debré, 30029 Nîmes cedex 9, France.
authors: V
authors: V
authors: Letouzey
authors: Service de gynécologie-obstétrique, CHRU Carémeau, place du Pr-R.-Debré, 30029 Nîmes cedex 9, France.
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authors: Fatton
mesh_terms: D005260:Female; D006176:Gynecology; D006801:Humans; D007390:International Agencies; D017773:Pelvic Floor / Q000503:physiopathology; D010506:Periodicals as Topic; D011643:Publishing; D012955:Societies, Medical; D009626:Terminology as Topic; D014177:Translations; D014549:Urinary Incontinence / Q000150:complications / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000209:etiology; D014572:Urology
keywords: Consensus; Diagnosis; Diagnostic; Female pelvic floor disorders; Symptomatologie; Symptomatology; Terminologie; Terminology; Troubles de la statique pelvienne chez la femme; Urodynamics; Urodynamique