Dr Patrick Campbell
Prolapse
Prolapse refers to the displacement or “falling down” of an organ or part of an organ from its normal position within the body.
Steps to get started
Our team will support you through every stage, from your first enquiry to your recovery.
Using Health Insurance
If you have private health insurance, check with your provider to see what’s covered. We’re happy to help with any paperwork and can work directly with many insurance companies to make the process smoother for you.
Paying for Treatment Yourself
If you’re paying for treatment yourself, we’ll give you clear information about costs and help you plan your care. You’ll know exactly what to expect, with no hidden fees.
Costs
Service costs vary depending on individual needs, but our team is here to guide you. Get in touch to confirm fees and receive a clear, personalised breakdown before making any appointments.
Book an Appointment
You can book an appointment online, call our friendly team, or ask your GP for a referral.
We’re here to answer your questions, talk you through your options, and help you feel confident about your treatment.
Our Locations
Each site is equipped with modern facilities and experienced teams who will look after you throughout your treatment and recovery.
Our hospitals are easy to reach and offer a calm, comfortable environment to support your care. Wherever you decide to go, you’ll receive the same high standard of personalised treatment.
Meet Our Consultants
Our consultants are specialists with years of experience. From your first consultation through to your recovery, you’ll be under the care of experts who are dedicated to helping you achieve the best possible results.
Prolapse Checklist
- Do you feel a lump or a bulge in your vagina?
- Does it get worse with heavy lifting, straining, or passing a bowel motion?
- Do you feel a blockage during sex or does sex feel loose? Do tampons fall out of your vagina?
If the answer is ‘yes’, you may have a prolapse. Prolapse happens when the womb, bladder or bowel drop down from their normal position causing a soft bulge to appear in the vagina.
The main risk factors for developing a prolapse are having children, getting older and being overweight especially after the menopause when the fall in hormones weakens the pelvic floor.
What type of prolapse do I have?
Cystocele
This is a prolapse of the bladder / front wall of the vagina. Sometimes this can be associated with bladder problems such as overactive bladder (running too often), difficulty emptying the bladder, or accidental leakage of urine.
Rectocele / Enterocele
This is a prolapse of the bowel / back wall of the vagina. Sometimes prolapse of the back wall of the vagina can be associated with bowel problems such as difficulty passing a bowel motion or accidental leakage of faeces.
Womb Prolapse
The strong ligaments that hold the womb in place can become weakened after childbirth or the menopause. This can result in the womb dropping down from its normal position.
Vault Prolapse After Hysterectomy
After hysterectomy, the top of the vagina can drop down into the vagina. This is more common if your hysterectomy was performed for prolapse.
Prolapse is very common and only needs treated if it bothers you.
What Treatments are Available?
Treatment for prolapse may involve pelvic floor exercises, lifestyle changes, or surgical interventions, depending on the severity of the condition and its impact on the individual’s quality of life. If you suspect you have a prolapse or are experiencing related symptoms, it’s essential to consult a healthcare professional for proper diagnosis and management.
Non-Surgical Treatment
Non-surgical treatment options such as pelvic floor exercises and vaginal pessaries (plastic rings or devices to support the prolapse), right through to complex pelvic floor reconstructive surgery.
Surgical Treatment
The following operations are available for prolapse:
- Laparoscopic sacrohysteropexy (womb-preserving key-hole surgery)
- Vaginal hysterectomy
- Anterior & posterior repair
- Enterocele repair
- Perineorrhaphy
- Sacrospinous ligament fixation
- Laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy