Surgery for vaginal prolapse: a review.
This article reviews clinical trials of surgery for the repair of apical vaginal prolapse. The procedures include those from the abdominal, laparoscopic and transvaginal approach. When considering new surgical devices or procedures, it is essential to be aware of clinical data. The use of tension-free tape devices for apical support is promising, but a large trial is needed to demonstrate its efficacy and safety.
Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical College of Georgia, Augusta 30912, USA.
Sean L
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Francis
Robert
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Stager
D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D013509:Gynecologic Surgical Procedures / Q000379:methods*; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D017060:Patient Satisfaction; D011379:Prognosis; D016032:Randomized Controlled Trials as Topic; D012307:Risk Factors; D012720:Severity of Illness Index; D013526:Surgical Mesh; D013718:Tensile Strength; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014596:Uterine Prolapse / Q000175:diagnosis / Q000601:surgery*