Pelvic organ prolapse

For prolapse of pelvic organs in men, see Rectal prolapse.
Pelvic organ prolapse
Other namesFemale genital prolapse
A 40 year old woman with uterine prolapse, which is visible only in standing position, with the cervix protruding through the vulva.
SpecialtyGynecology
Frequency316 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.[2] In women, the condition usually occurs when the pelvic floor collapses after gynecological cancer treatment, childbirth or heavy lifting.[3] 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.[4]

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  2. ^ Collins S, Lewicky-Gaupp C (March 2022). "Pelvic Organ Prolapse". Gastroenterology Clinics of North America. 51 (1): 177–193. doi:10.1016/j.gtc.2021.10.011. ISSN 1558-1942. PMID 35135661.
  3. ^ Ramaseshan AS, Felton J, Roque D, Rao G, Shipper AG, Sanses TV (April 2018). "Pelvic floor disorders in women with gynecologic malignancies: a systematic review". International Urogynecology Journal. 29 (4): 459–476. doi:10.1007/s00192-017-3467-4. PMC 7329191. PMID 28929201.
  4. ^ "Pelvic organ prolapse". womenshealth.gov. 2017-05-03. Retrieved 2017-12-29.
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