Pelvic Organ Prolapse Treatment in India
About Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Key Highlights
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Restores normal pelvic anatomy and organ support.Alleviates uncomfortable symptoms like pelvic pressure, bulging, and urinary/bowel issues.Can be performed through various surgical approaches (vaginal, abdominal, laparoscopic) to suit individual needs.Offers both conservative (pessary) and surgical treatment options.Aims to improve overall quality of life, physical activity, and sexual function.
Who is this surgery for?
- Symptomatic prolapse causing pelvic pressure, heaviness, or a visible vaginal bulge.
- Prolapse leading to urinary problems like stress incontinence, frequent infections, or incomplete emptying.
- Bowel dysfunction such as constipation or difficulty with defecation due to rectal prolapse.
- Failed conservative management with pelvic floor physiotherapy or a vaginal pessary.
- Prolapse that interferes with daily activities, exercise, or sexual intercourse.
- Ulceration or bleeding of the protruding vaginal tissues.
How to prepare
- Comprehensive medical evaluation and diagnosis, often including a pelvic exam and possibly urodynamic testing.
- Discussion of all treatment options (surgical and non-surgical) with the gynaecologist.
- Pre-operative tests such as blood work, ECG, and chest X-ray as required.
- Management of any chronic conditions (e.g., diabetes, hypertension) prior to surgery.
- Discontinuation of certain medications (like blood thinners) as advised by the doctor.
- Bowel preparation may be instructed for some procedures.
- Arranging for help at home during the initial recovery period.
Risks & possible complications
- General surgical risks: Bleeding, infection, or adverse reaction to anesthesia.
- Injury to nearby organs such as the bladder, urethra, or rectum.
- Recurrence of the prolapse over time.
- New-onset or worsening urinary incontinence.
- Pain during sexual intercourse (dyspareunia).
- Mesh-related complications (if used), including erosion, pain, or infection.
- Blood clot formation (deep vein thrombosis).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital stay typically required for initial post-operative monitoring and pain management.
- Avoidance of heavy lifting (more than 5-10 kg), strenuous exercise, and straining for 4-6 weeks.
- Gradual return to normal activities and light walking as tolerated.
- Management of post-operative pain with prescribed medications.
- Follow a high-fiber diet and use stool softeners to prevent constipation and straining.
- No sexual intercourse or use of tampons for about 6 weeks post-surgery.
- Attend all scheduled follow-up appointments to monitor healing.
- Pelvic floor physiotherapy may be recommended to strengthen muscles and support recovery.
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Typical hospital stay:
2-4 days
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Expected recovery time:
4-6 weeks for routine activities; 3-6 months for full recovery
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering pelvic organ prolapse in India, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Popular choices for pelvic organ prolapse in India include Manipal Hospital Old Airport Road, Manipal Hospital Mukundapur, SIMS Hospital Vadapalani, Gem Hospital Coimbatore, Kamineni Hospital, King Koti, known for experienced specialists and advanced surgical infrastructure.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform pelvic organ prolapse. MediFyr helps you compare obstetrics and gynaecologists and book consultations online.
The overall cost depends on hospital category, surgeon’s experience, room type, implant or device used (if any), length of stay, tests, and post-operative care. Our team can help you get cost estimates from multiple hospitals before you decide.
Procedure cost in other countries
Here is an overview of how the estimated cost, hospital stay, and recovery time for pelvic organ prolapse compare across other countries where we have data.
Top hospitals for Pelvic Organ Prolapse in India
These partner hospitals in India have dedicated obstetrics and gynaecology teams and experience managing patients undergoing pelvic organ prolapse.
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