PREVALÊNCIA DAS DOENÇAS ASSOCIADAS ÀS DISFUNÇÕES DO ASSOALHO PÉLVICO: UMA REVISÃO DE ESCOPO

Pelvic floor dysfunctions (PFD) affect millions of women worldwide, significantly impacting their physical, emotional, and social well-being. Conditions such as urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, and dyspareunia are among the most prevalent (yet they remain frequently underdiagnosed due to stigma and limited public awareness). Despite growing interest in this topic, critical gaps remain in the scientific literature regarding the actual prevalence of these conditions among the general female population. This project is a scoping review conducted following the Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) methodology, aiming to map and synthesize the existing scientific evidence on the prevalence of diseases associated with pelvic floor dysfunctions in adult women. Through a broad and systematic search across major databases, the review includes only studies focused on the general female population without specific comorbidities, ensuring a comprehensive and reliable overview of the epidemiological landscape of these dysfunctions. By compiling quantitative data from various countries, settings, and study designs, this review seeks to advance scientific understanding, support clinical decision-making, and raise public and professional awareness about these often overlooked conditions. The findings are expected to guide health policies and inspire future research, ultimately helping to reduce the stigma surrounding female pelvic floor disorders.