Post partum diastasis of the pubic symphysis: a case report

Acta Biomed. 2005 Apr;76(1):49-52.

Abstract

The post partum pubic symphysis diastasis is an uncommon disease. It is resposible of acute pelvic pain. It increases when manual pressure is applied to the pelvis in a latero-lateral and antero-posterior direction. The diagnostic test for this condition is an anteroposterior X-ray of the pelvis. Here we present a case following spontaneous vaginal delivery. The conservative treatment is able to obtain good results. If this disease is underestimated the patient can develop chronic pain.

Publication types

  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Adult
  • Female
  • Follow-Up Studies
  • Humans
  • Pubic Symphysis Diastasis* / diagnosis
  • Pubic Symphysis Diastasis* / diagnostic imaging
  • Pubic Symphysis Diastasis* / therapy
  • Time Factors
  • Tomography, X-Ray Computed
  • Treatment Outcome