Medical articles from Professor Stephen Radley

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01/04/2025

Consultant Gynaecologist

Pelvic floor disorders: Causes, symptoms & treatment

Pelvic floor disorders are a common yet often misunderstood group of conditions that can affect bladder, bowel, and sexual function, as well as overall pelvic support, often leading to significant discomfort and disruption in daily life. In this article, we’ll explore the causes, symptoms, and treatment options for pelvic floor disorders, helping you understand how to manage these conditions effectively.

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17/12/2024

Professor Stephen Radley

Consultant Gynaecologist

How to manage urinary incontinence: From lifestyle changes to surgery

Urinary incontinence refers to the unintentional leakage of urine, which can range from occasional small leaks to a complete loss of bladder control. Professor Stephen Radley, highly regarded consultant gynaecologist specialising in urogynaecology, provides essential information on the causes, lifestyle changes, medications, and surgical options related to urinary incontinence to help you make informed decisions about your health and wellbeing.

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30/10/2024

Professor Stephen Radley

Consultant Gynaecologist

The connection between body image and female sexual dysfunction

Female sexual dysfunction is a condition that can affect sexual health, emotional wellbeing, and personal relationships. Among the various cases, body image plays a significant role in the experience, impacting sexual satisfaction. Here, Professor Stephen Radley, renowned consultant gynaecologist, provides an expert insight into female sexual dysfunction, the effect of body image on sexual health, the available treatments, and the role of supportive partners.

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09/11/2022

Professor Stephen Radley

Consultant Gynaecologist

Colporrhaphy: When is surgery needed to repair vaginal prolapse?

In this expert guide to colporrhaphy, a surgical procedure used to treat vaginal prolapse, highly respected consultant gynaecologist Professor Stephen Radley describes what patients should expect from their time in hospital and the recovery period that follows. The leading pelvic floor specialist also sheds light on the rates of recurrence of prolapse following surgery and when procedures of this type are indicated.

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09/04/2018

Professor Stephen Radley

Consultant Gynaecologist

How has the treatment of pelvic prolapse changed?

Pelvic prolapse is a fairly common condition that sometimes requires surgical treatment. In recent years there has been an introduction of vaginal meshes to help provide support to weakened pelvic floors, however, more recently, this surgical method has been stopped due to associated complications and prolapse recurrences. Professor Stephen Radley, a leading obstetrician and gynaecologist, explains what pelvic prolapse is and how treatment options have changes in recent years.