Is there an association between pelvic organ prolapse and oxidative stress? A systematic review.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction and hypothesis

The pathophysiology of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) has not been fully elucidated, although accumulating evidence suggests that oxidative stress is involved. The present systematic review comprehensively discusses this topic.

Methods

The PubMed/Medline, Scopus, and Web of Science databases were searched for relevant studies published up to May 2021. This systematic review was registered in the PROSPERO database (registration number CRD42021242240). Two independent researchers screened and selected articles that fulfilled predefined inclusion criteria, performed a quality assessment, and extracted the relevant data. Of 901 original articles retrieved, 8 fulfilled the selection criteria and were included in the review.

Results

Elevated levels

SUBMITTER: Habes D 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9352098 | biostudies-literature | 2022

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature