Pelvic organ prolapse
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Pelvic organ prolapse |
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Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when pelvic structures protrude into or outside the vagina. It is caused primarily by pregnancy, labor, and childbirth. It may also occur in women who have never been pregnant, especially in the presence of problems that increase pressure in the abdomen such as obesity, chronic cough, and constipation. Pelvic organ prolapse can also occur after surgical removal of the uterus (hysterectomy). The sites of pelvic organ prolapse are:
Factors other than pregnancy that may increase your risk for pelvic organ prolapse are:
There are both nonsurgical and surgical treatment options available for pelvic organ prolapse. Treatment is usually not required if the prolapse is not causing symptoms.
Gynecology & Laparoscopic Surgeons, PC Pelvic organ prolapse:Gynecology & Laparoscopic Surgeons, GLSI, gynecologist, gynecology, gynecological, pelvic organ prolapse, Raleigh, North Carolina
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