Uterine Prolapse Surgery Treatment in Turkey
About Uterine Prolapse Surgery
Key Highlights
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Minimally Invasive: Performed through several small keyhole incisions instead of one large abdominal cut.Reduced Pain & Scarring: Results in significantly less post-operative pain and minimal, barely visible scars.Shorter Hospital Stay: Typically allows for discharge within 1-2 days.listrongFaster Recovery:/strong Patients often return to normal activities and work much quicker than with open surgery./lilistrongEnhanced Precision:/strong The laparoscopic camera provides a magnified, high-definition view for greater surgical accuracy./lilistrongLower Risk of Infection:/strong Smaller incisions reduce the risk of wound-related complications./li/ul
Who is this surgery for?
- Symptomatic uterine prolapse (feeling of a bulge or pressure in the vagina).
- Prolapse causing urinary problems like incontinence, frequency, or retention.
- Difficulty with bowel movements due to rectal protrusion (rectocele).
- Chronic pelvic pain or lower backache attributed to the prolapse.
- Sexual dysfunction or discomfort related to the prolapsed organs.
- Failure to improve with conservative management like pelvic floor physiotherapy or pessary use.
- Ulceration or bleeding of the protruding vaginal tissues.
How to prepare
- Complete a thorough medical evaluation, including pelvic exam and possibly imaging (ultrasound/MRI).
- Discuss all current medications with your surgeon; you may need to stop blood thinners.
- Undergo pre-operative tests such as blood work, ECG, and a chest X-ray.
- Maintain a clear liquid diet and complete bowel preparation as instructed the day before surgery.
- Fast (no food or drink) for 6-8 hours prior to the procedure.
- Arrange for transportation and post-operative support at home for the initial recovery days.
Risks & possible complications
- General anesthesia risks (reaction to medication, breathing problems).
- Bleeding during or after the procedure.
- Infection at the incision sites or within the pelvis.
- Injury to surrounding organs (bladder, bowel, ureters, blood vessels).
- Formation of blood clots (deep vein thrombosis).
- Risks associated with mesh if used, including erosion, pain, or infection.
- Recurrence of the prolapse or development of new pelvic floor issues.
- Pain during sexual intercourse (dyspareunia).
Recovery & hospital stay
- Hospital Stay: Typically 1-2 days for monitoring and pain management.
- Initial Rest: Avoid heavy lifting (more than 5-10 kgs), strenuous exercise, and driving for 2-3 weeks.
- Wound Care: Keep small incision sites clean and dry; watch for signs of infection.
- Pain Management: Mild to moderate pain is common and managed with prescribed medications.
- Activity Graduation: Light walking is encouraged soon after surgery; gradually increase activity as tolerated.
- Follow-up: Attend all scheduled post-operative appointments to monitor healing.
- Long-term: Continue with pelvic floor exercises as recommended to support the repair.
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Typical hospital stay:
1-2 days
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Expected recovery time:
3-4 weeks
Frequently Asked Questions
If you are considering uterine prolapse surgery in Turkey, these questions and answers can help you make a confident, informed decision.
Top-rated hospitals in Turkey with laparoscopic surgery departments and experienced surgeons are ideal for this procedure. Use MediFyr to compare facilities, reviews, and doctor profiles before you decide.
Look at the doctor’s years of experience, hospital association, patient reviews, and how often they perform uterine prolapse surgery. MediFyr helps you compare laparoscopic surgeons 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 uterine prolapse surgery compare across other countries where we have data.
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