Pelvic organ prolapse | |
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Other names | Female genital prolapse |
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A 40 year old woman with uterine prolapse, which is visible only in standing position, with the cervix protruding through the vulva. | |
Specialty | Gynecology |
Frequency | 316 million women (9.3% as of 2010)[1] |
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is characterized by descent of pelvic organs from their normal positions into the vagina. In women, the condition usually occurs when the pelvic floor collapses after gynecological cancer treatment, childbirth or heavy lifting.[2] Injury incurred to fascia membranes and other connective structures can result in cystocele, rectocele or both. Treatment can involve dietary and lifestyle changes, physical therapy, or surgery.[3]
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