prolapse Flashcards
1
Q
What part of the vaginal wall is weak in a cystocele (bladder)
A
Anterior wall => cystocele
2
Q
WHat part of the vaginal wall is weak in a rectocele (bowel)
A
Posterior wall => Rectocele
3
Q
(3) What are the causes of a prolapse?
A
Heavy lifting
Previous pregnancy
obesity
4
Q
what are the consequences of prolapse in terms of symptoms
A
Bowel + urinary issues
Affecting QOL
5
Q
What are the 2 managements in prolapse
A
PF exercises
Vaginal pessary
