Scientific articles
Vaginal Hysterectomy Management of Pelvic Organ Prolapse with Cervical Elongation: A Case Report
Performing classical vaginal hysterectomy on patients with pelvic organ prolapse and cervical elongation can be challenging. Despite the difficulties and risks, it remains the safest and the best available option. We present an illustrated case of step-by-step vaginal hysterectomy management of pelvic organ prolapse wi …
The Importance of a Multidisciplinary Approach for Women with Pelvic Organ Prolapse and Cystocele
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a very common clinical condition affecting about 40% of women aged over 45 and 50% of parous women. It is defined as the descent of one or more of the anterior or posterior vaginal wall, the uterus (cervix), or the vaginal vault (after hysterectomy). Age, pregnancy, delivery, and previous …
Urinary Incontinence Among Omani Women: Prevalence, risk factors and impact on quality of life
… ars of age, not pregnant, not in the six-month postnatal period, not seriously ill and not diagnosed with pelvic organ prolapse were included. A self-administered questionnaire using the International Consultation Incontinence Questionnaire-Short Form was used to evaluate the frequency, severity and impact of UI on QOL …