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As a result of the increasing popularity of cosmetic surgery, gynecologists are sought for plastic repair of pelvic relaxation brought on by the aging process. Among the changes brought on are mild changes in perineal muscular tone, minimal degrees of pelvic relaxation, and minor changes in the appearance of the lower genital tract. A majority of the defects are best managed by observation.
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Masterson, B.J. (1997). Repair of Rectocele and Perineum. In: Manual of Gynecologic Surgery. Comprehensive Manuals of Surgical Specialties. Springer, New York, NY. https://doi.org/10.1007/978-1-4684-0073-1_7
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