Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when there is a weakness in the tissue and potentially the supporting ligaments of the bladder, bowel or uterus. This weakness in the tissue often results in women noticing a bulge or new found 'lump' vaginally that may have not previously existed and may be accompanied by an array of symptoms. Prolapse surgery is any surgical repair utilised to corrected prolapsed organs (uterus, bladder, bowel).
Types of Prolapse repair:
Depending on the size, nature and location of the prolapse, the surgical approach may differ. Common approaches include:
** Sam performs this procedure with both mesh and non-mesh alternatives and will certainly take the time to explain the risks and benefits of both these approaches. It is really important to note that it was vaginal mesh that was the focus and centre of all the media attention and class action. Dr Daniels does not perform vaginal Mesh.**
Typically we would recommend prolapse surgery for women who have previously trialled conservative management pathways. Such examples include:
There are many different types of prolapse surgeries, these can include
Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when there is a weakness in the tissue and potentially the supporting ligaments of the bladder, bowel or uterus. This weakness in the tissue often results in women noticing a bulge or new found 'lump' vaginally that may have not previously existed and may be accompanied by an array of symptoms.
Surgery is really only advised for those women whom continue to be symptomatic from their prolapse despite exhausting much more conservative approaches. Where appropriate, these conservative approaches may be a vaginal pessary and pelvic floor physiotherapy.
A minimally invasive approach will result in women returning to their normal duties in life much quicker due to a decreased pain requirement.
Dr Daniels is accredited to perform Laparoscopic Mesh Sacrocolpopexy and reserves this for women with significant prolapse that is affecting multiple areas or in those whom previous surgical approaches have failed to correct the prolapse.
If you would like to seek a consultation from Sam, please phone 1300 330 279 or complete our online enquiry form. A member of his staff will be in contact shortly to arrange an appointment.
Please contact Sam's rooms on 1300 330 279 to discuss his latest fees and your eligible medicare rebates.
Cost to patient will depend on the nature of the prolapse and the associated procedure being undertaken. Other factors that will affect cost will include your private health insurance cover and entitlements.
Should you consider surgery, Sam will provide you a comprehensive explanation of costs and ensure you receive all your entitlements and rebates that you are eligible for.
