Journal of Menopausal Medicine

The Korean Society of Menopause (대한폐경학회)
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Various Approaches and Treatments for Pelvic Organ Prolapse in Women

  • Chung, Soo-Ho (Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Soonchunhyang University College of Medicine) ;
  • Kim, Woong Bin (Department of Urology, Soonchunhyang University College of Medicine)
  • Received : 2018.09.09
  • Accepted : 2018.11.02
  • Published : 2018.12.31
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Abstract

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is bulging of one or more of the pelvic organs into the vagina and triggered by multiple causes. It is a very common disorder, especially among older women. POP is characterized by protrusion of the presentation part visible by the naked eye, and problems with urination or bowel movements. POP can be diagnosed based on the onset of symptoms and a pelvic exam, and management options include medical and surgical treatment. Although medical treatment cannot correct the abnormal herniation of the pelvic structures, this can help alleviate symptoms. One of the disadvantages of surgical interventions is recurrence, and advances in surgical techniques have decreased recurrence rates of POP. Therefore, author will explain the gynecology and urology approach and treatment.

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