Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Overview

When the muscles and ligaments supporting a woman's pelvic organs weaken, the pelvic organs can slip out of place (prolapse). Pelvic organ prolapse can worsen over time and you may need surgery to fix it. There are different types of pelvic organ prolapse. Some women develop vaginal prolapse, usually after menopause, childbirth or a hysterectomy.

Why choose Mayo Clinic

Mayo Clinic doctors trained in women's reproductive care (gynecology), urology, and reconstructive surgery work together to evaluate and treat the different types of pelvic organ prolapse. This condition usually requires surgery. Mayo Clinic surgeons have extensive experience with these procedures, including minimally invasive techniques that require only small incisions, which may result in a shorter hospital stay and faster recovery.

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