Urologists should have a working knowledge of the evaluation and management of POP

The pelvic floor has historically been the domain of the gynecologist. As we recognize the pelvic floor cannot be simply divided by anatomy and therefore by specialty, there is a move to abandon these divisions in favour of a multidisciplinary approach. Urologists who are involved in the care of female incontinence should be aware of the association of this condition with pelvic organ prolapse (POP). As such, in their evaluation of incontinence, they should have a working knowledge of the assessment and management of POP, thus allowing a comprehensive treatment plan to be established