Vaginal Prolapse
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Vaginal Prolapse Outlook
What to expect with vaginal prolapse:
Without treatment, vaginal prolapse worsens over time.
Surgical treatment is usually successful.
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Vaginal Prolapse Complications
Related Conditions
Cystocele
Pelvic relaxation
Rectocele
Uterine prolapse
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Urinary frequency
Urinary incontinence
Vaginal pain
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Last Updated: Aug 21, 2008
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Vaginal Prolapse References:
Brubaker L. Controversies and uncertainties: abdominal versus vaginal surgery for pelvic organ prolapse. Am J Obstet Gynecol. 2005 Mar;192(3):690-3.
Digesu GA, Chaliha C, Salvatore S, Hutchings A, Khullar V. The relationship of vaginal prolapse severity to symptoms and quality of life. BJOG. 2005 Jul;112(7):971-6.
Ginsberg DA. Vaginal vault prolapse: evaluation and repair. Curr Urol Rep. 2003 Oct;4(5):404-8.
