Obstetrical & gynecological survey
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Osteitis pubis is a painful, noninfectious inflammatory condition that involves the pubic bone, symphysis, and surrounding structures. Initially associated with urologic procedures, osteitis pubis has been described as a complication of various obstetrical and gynecological procedures including vaginal deliveries. An incidence of approximately 2 to 3 percent has been observed after the Marshall-Marchetti-Krantz urethropexy. ⋯ Other more recalcitrant cases require more involved therapy including systemic steroids and rarely surgical resection. The diagnosis of osteitis pubis should be considered when pelvic pain is present in association with potential trauma to the symphysis pubis. Also, with more women participating in sporting activities patients may present to the physician with osteitis pubis related to athletic injury.