Bladder Prolapse Surgery: Options and Recovery
Bladder prolapse, a common condition among women, occurs when the bladder drops into the vagina due to weakened tissues. Causes include pregnancy, aging, and obesity. Treatment involves pelvic exercises and a supportive device, but surgery may be necessary if these fail.
Surgery for bladder prolapse can be reconstructive or obliterative. Reconstructive surgery repositions pelvic organs and supports them, while obliterative surgery narrows or closes the urethra for support. Procedures include anterior vaginal repair, colpocleisis, and sacrocolpopexy, performed by urologists and gynecologists. Laparoscopic surgeries offer quicker recovery but may have rare long-term complications like bowel obstruction and hernia. Recovery time varies depending on the type of surgery. Obliterative surgery, though effective, leaves patients unable to have vaginal sex.
Bladder prolapse surgery, performed by specialists, can effectively treat the condition. Recovery time varies, and while obliterative surgery is most effective, it impacts sexual activity. Patients should discuss the best option with their healthcare provider.
