Postpartum Screening and Referral for Pelvic Floor Dysfunction at a United States Military Medical Center

Key Points

• To evaluate the effectiveness of a standardized screening program for pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) in postpartum patients at a military medical center.
• Implemented a universal screening program for PFD in postpartum patients.
• Evaluated the impact on referral and utilization of pelvic floor physical therapy (PFPT).
• Assessed barriers to screening within the provider community.
• Increased referrals for PFPT were significantly associated with the screening program.
• Time was identified as the primary barrier to screening participation.
• Providers showed strong support for the implementation of the screening process.