Vaginal Surgery for Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Author Information
Author(s): Carey M, Slack M, Higgs P, Wynn-Williams M, Cornish A
Primary Institution: Royal Women’s Hospital Melbourne, Victoria, Australia
Hypothesis
To describe a new surgical procedure for pelvic organ prolapse using mesh and a vaginal support device (VSD) and to report the results of surgery.
Conclusion
Vaginal surgery using mesh and a VSD is an effective procedure for pelvic organ prolapse.
Supporting Evidence
- Objective success rate was 92% at 6 months and 85% at 12 months.
- Subjective success rate was 91% at 6 months and 87% at 12 months.
- Quality of life scores significantly improved at 12 months compared to baseline.
Takeaway
This study shows that a new type of surgery using mesh and a support device can help fix problems with pelvic organ prolapse in women.
Methodology
A prospective observational study involving 95 women who underwent vaginal surgery with mesh and a VSD, with follow-ups at 6 and 12 months.
Limitations
Further studies are required to establish the role of the surgery described in this study.
Participant Demographics
Mean age of participants was 59 years, with a mean parity of 2.6; 43% had prior hysterectomy.
Statistical Information
P-Value
p<0.0001
Statistical Significance
p<0.0001
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