Open AccessThe Pessary, a Method for Treating Pelvic Organ Prolapse
Author(s) -
Amanda Hassler,
Kim Michael
Publication year - 2005
Publication title -
journal of diagnostic medical sonography
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.138
H-Index - 16
eISSN - 8756-4793
pISSN - 1552-5430
DOI - 10.1177/8756479304272678
Subject(s) - medicine , pessary , vagina , uterus , urinary incontinence , diaphragm (acoustics) , surgery , stress incontinence , physics , acoustics , loudspeaker
A pessary is a device similar to the outer ring of a diaphragm that is placed into the vagina to help reposition and support the uterus or bladder. It is a common method for the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence. Numerous pessaries are available, and selection is based on pathologic condition and patient comfort. After a pessary is placed, patient follow-up is necessary to determine if it is working correctly.