Uterine prolapse  

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Doshani, Anjum ; Teo, Roderick E. C. ; Mayne, Christopher J. ; Tincello, Douglas G.

Jenis: Article from Journal - ilmiah internasional
Dalam koleksi: British Medical Journal (keterangan: ada di Proquest) vol. 335 no. 7624 (Oct. 2007), page 819.

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Perpustakaan FK Nomor Panggil: B16.K.2007.02 Non-tandon: 1 (dapat dipinjam: 0) Tandon: tidak ada

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Uterine prolapse is the herniation of the uterus into or beyond the vagina as a result of failure of the ligamentous and fascial supports. It often coexists with prolapse of the vaginal walls, involving the bladder or rectum. In the United Kingdom, the disorder accounts for 20% of women waiting for major gynaecological surgery.1 Sources and selection criteria We searched Medline (1966-2007), using the key words "uterine prolapse", "surgical management", "pessary", and "conservative management". We also reviewed the Cochrane database, as well as the BMJ archives, including BMJClinical Evidence. Why should I read this article? Most women with symptoms of prolapse will present to primary care, and initial assessment and treatment occurs here.2 An understanding of the pathophysiology, assessment, and management of prolapse is essential for the primary care team to streamline appropriate referrals to hospital. This article aims to cover these topics and to provide an overview of current management of secondary care. Summary points Uterine prolapse can occur . . .

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