Research advances in the diagnosis and treatment of vaginal relaxation syndrome: A narrative review

Vaginal relaxation syndrome (VRS), falling within the domain of female pelvic floor medicine (FPFM), is intertwined with the health of normal pelvic floor supportive structures. The relaxation of these structures, or pelvic floor laxity, can ultimately instigate pelvic organ prolapse. Presently, the diagnosis and treatment of VRS manifest a diverse and disordered state, with an absence of objective and consistent gold standard for diagnosis in clinical practice. This review concentrates on research advances in the diagnostic criteria, treatment modalities, and assessment indicators of VRS as well as reviews potential novel therapeutic strategies for future research.