Pelvic floor reconstruction is a surgical procedure performed to repair weakened or damaged pelvic floor muscles and tissues, often due to childbirth, aging, or other factors. At SHIFAA PAN African Hospitals, our experienced gynecologic surgeons specialize in pelvic floor reconstruction to address pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, and other pelvic floor disorders, helping women regain normal pelvic function and quality of life.

Procedure:

Pelvic floor reconstruction surgery aims to restore the normal anatomical support of the pelvic organs, including the uterus, bladder, and rectum. The specific procedure performed depends on the underlying pelvic floor condition and may involve one or more of the following techniques:

• -Vaginal Repair: During vaginal repair surgery, weakened or damaged vaginal walls are reinforced with sutures or mesh to provide additional support and improve vaginal anatomy.
• -Sacrocolpopexy: Sacrocolpopexy is a surgical procedure in which a synthetic mesh or graft material is used to suspend and support the vaginal apex (top of the vagina) to the sacrum (lower spine), providing long-term support for pelvic organ prolapse.
• -Sacrospinous Ligament Fixation: Sacrospinous ligament fixation involves attaching the vaginal apex to the sacrospinous ligament, a strong fibrous band in the pelvis, to provide support and stabilize pelvic organs.
• -Uterosacral Ligament Suspension: Uterosacral ligament suspension involves reattaching the cervix or vaginal apex to the uterosacral ligaments, which helps restore normal pelvic support and prevent pelvic organ prolapse.
• -Midurethral Sling Placement: Midurethral sling placement is a surgical procedure used to treat stress urinary incontinence by placing a synthetic sling beneath the urethra to provide support and improve urinary control.

Indications:

Pelvic floor reconstruction may be recommended for women experiencing symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, or other pelvic floor disorders that significantly impact their quality of life. Candidates for pelvic floor reconstruction undergo a thorough evaluation, including pelvic examination, urodynamic testing, and imaging studies, to assess the extent of pelvic floor dysfunction and determine the most appropriate treatment approach.

Recovery:

Recovery after pelvic floor reconstruction surgery varies depending on the specific procedures performed and individual patient factors. Most patients can expect to resume normal activities gradually over several weeks to months following surgery. Pelvic floor physical therapy may be recommended to optimize recovery and strengthen pelvic floor muscles.

 

What is pelvic floor reconstruction surgery?

Pelvic floor reconstruction is a surgical procedure performed to repair weakened or damaged pelvic floor muscles and tissues, often due to childbirth, aging, or other factors.

 

Who is a candidate for pelvic floor reconstruction?

Candidates for pelvic floor reconstruction are women experiencing symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse, urinary incontinence, or other pelvic floor disorders that significantly impact their quality of life.

 

What techniques are used in pelvic floor reconstruction?

Pelvic floor reconstruction techniques may include vaginal repair, sacrocolpopexy, sacrospinous ligament fixation, uterosacral ligament suspension, and midurethral sling placement, depending on the specific pelvic floor condition being treated.

 

What is the recovery like after pelvic floor reconstruction surgery?

Recovery after pelvic floor reconstruction varies depending on the procedures performed and individual patient factors. Most patients can expect to resume normal activities gradually over several weeks to months following surgery.

 

What are the risks and complications of pelvic floor reconstruction?

Risks and complications of pelvic floor reconstruction surgery may include infection, bleeding, urinary retention, pain, and recurrence of pelvic organ prolapse or urinary incontinence. Patients should discuss these risks with their surgeon before undergoing surgery.