Nonsurgical Treatment Options for Women With Pelvic Organ Prolapse.
| Autor: | Tso C, Lee W, Austin-Ketch T, Winkler H, Zitkus B |
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| Jazyk: | angličtina |
| Zdroj: | Nursing for women's health [Nurs Womens Health] 2018 Jun; Vol. 22 (3), pp. 228-239. |
| DOI: | 10.1016/j.nwh.2018.03.007 |
| Abstrakt: | Pelvic organ prolapse is a medical condition that can cause pelvic discomfort as well as urinary and bowel complications. Approximately 25% of women in the United States and roughly 50% of women worldwide develop this condition. Although pelvic organ prolapse is usually a non-life-threatening condition, it can result in decreased self-confidence and negative body image. Physical and emotional sequelae can limit physical activity, and decreased productivity could be a consequence. Evidence from the literature indicates that pessary use and pelvic floor muscle training are effective options when conservative treatment is desired. Additional research is necessary to determine long-term outcomes in women who choose nonsurgical treatments. Nonsurgical options are important for women for whom surgery is contraindicated or not preferred. (Copyright © 2018 AWHONN. Published by Elsevier Inc. All rights reserved.) |
| Databáze: | MEDLINE |
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