Systematic review and meta-analysis of the pelvic organ prolapse and vaginal prolapse among the global population.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) occurs when one or more pelvic organs (uterus, bowel, bladder or top of the vagina) descend from their normal position and bulge into the vagina. Symptoms include pelvic discomfort, fullness, and changes in bladder or bowel function. Treatment ranges from conservative approaches to surgery, depending on symptom severity. Surgical methods include vaginal wall repair, with or without hysterectomy, or via laparoscopic, robotic or open techniques. Common complications include bleeding, infection, and urinary or bowel dysfunction.

Methods

A systematic review was conducted, and a protocol was registered with PROSPERO (CRD42022346051). Publications from 30 April 1980 to 30 April 2023 were retrieved from multiple databases. Data were analysed u

SUBMITTER: Mudalige T 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC11771496 | biostudies-literature | 2025 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature