Uterovaginal Prolapse
Uterovaginal Prolapse
Uterovaginal Prolapse
OBJECTIVES
At the end of the lecture the student should have the following knowledge
Definition of uterovaginal prolapse Degree and type of uterovaginal prolapse Anatomy of pelvic organs related to the uterine supports which prevent uterovaginal prolapse Anatomy of female pelvis related to the uterovaginal supports Causes, symptoms and treatment of utero vaginal prolapse
Definition
Uterovaginal prolapse means that the uterus will sag and downward into the vagina or the uterus has descended from its normal position in the pelvis farther down into the vagina.
Types of prolapse
Uterine prolapse Cysourethrocele Enterocele Rectocele Vaginal vault prolapse
Degree
First degree prolapse Second degree prolapse Complete or third degree prolapse Procidentia
Causes
Pregnancy and child birth Large fibroids or tumors Ageing and menopause Obesity Chronic coughing, constipation or straining Heavy lifting Genetic conditions Previous pelvic surgery Spinal cord injury and other muscular atrophy conditions
Treatment
No treatment Conservative treatment
Ring Pessary Exercise Hormone replacement therapy Surgery