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[Urologic consequences of severe genital prolapse]
Revue Francaise De Gynecologie Et D'Obstetrique
|June 1, 1986
Summary
Genital prolapse can cause ureteric dilatation and renal insufficiency due to bladder displacement. Prompt treatment of prolapse, via pessary or surgery, often resolves these urinary issues.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Gynecology
- Nephrology
Background:
- Genital prolapse, particularly vaginal prolapse, can lead to significant anatomical changes affecting adjacent organs.
- Ureteric dilatation and upper urinary tract issues secondary to advanced pelvic organ prolapse are infrequently documented in medical literature.
- The anatomical relationship between pelvic organ support structures and the urinary tract is critical for normal function.