Bladder prolapse (cystocele) among African, Asian, and Middle Eastern women: a clinical and socio-cultural perspective.

ABSTRACT: Bladder prolapse, also known as cystocoele, is the most common form of pelvic organ prolapse (POP), significantly affecting women's physical, sexual, and psychosocial health, particularly in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs). Despite its widespread prevalence and disabling consequences, bladder prolapse remains under-recognised and inadequately addressed in global health strategies. Prevalence estimates vary widely across regions, from 3%-64.6%, influenced by diagnostic methods and cultural reporting biases. Common risk factors include high parity, early childbirth, prolonged labour, poor postpartum care, malnutrition, obesity, and ageing. Clinical diagnosis often relies on simplified grading systems in resource-limited settings. Conservative treatments like pelvic floor muscle trai

SUBMITTER: Delanerolle G 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12682755 | biostudies-literature | 2025

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature