Pelvic organ prolapse symptoms (leaking urine, pressure, and discomfort) can be challenging to manage. However, many people do not seek treatment because of embarrassment or concerns about the recovery period after surgery.
You can perform a complete pelvic floor repair without invasive surgery with robotic pelvic floor reconstruction. Our minimally invasive approach allows you to get back to doing the things you used to love.
Robotic pelvic floor reconstruction, is a minimally invasive procedure to treat pelvic organ prolapse. Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the pelvic organs (bladder, bowel, uterus, urethra) descend or slip out of their regular positions.
During robotic colon stabilization, specially trained surgeons use robotic arms and tiny cameras to reposition pelvic organs. In some cases, robotic colon fixation is combined with robotic hysterectomy (removal of the uterus). However, we will thoroughly examine whether a hysterectomy is suitable for you.
Before robotic technology doctors performed pelvic prolapse repairs through vaginal incisions or laparotomy (large abdominal incisions). Our robotics offers several advantages over these older methods, including:
Decisions about your treatment will depend on which pelvic organs have collapsed and how severe your symptoms are.
If your symptoms are mild, there are things you can do at home to help you feel better. You can relieve many symptoms by adopting new healthy habits.
Robotic Surgery is a treatment option for severe symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse. Surgery is usually delayed until you have had your baby. This is because the stress of childbirth can cause prolapse to recur.
You may need to consider surgery if:
Types of pelvic organ prolapse surgery include:
Pelvic organ prolapse can recur after surgery if you don’t avoid risk factors. Doing Kegel exercises to strengthen your pelvic muscles will help you recover faster from surgery. The two can help you together rather than doing the surgery alone.
Treatment options include closing the vagina or restoring the expected positions of the pelvic organs.
Vaginal closure is a minimally invasive procedure for pelvic organ prolapse. After surgery, the patient can no longer have sex. Patients who opt for vaginal closure tend to be older and have other medical issues that make the invasive procedure more difficult.
Surgery to restore organs to their regular positions can be done through the vagina or abdomen. Moreover, the surgery aims to restore the vagina to its normal position and maintain its average length and function.
Transvaginal prolapse can be treated by attaching the upper part of the vagina to ligaments located on the inside of the lower abdomen. The advantages of transvaginal surgery are reduced operative time, recovery time, and cost. Furthermore, transvaginal surgery also avoids the recovery time required for abdominal incisions. However, the downside may be the high rate of return on prolapse.
Sacrocolpopexy: The mesh is used to restore the natural support of the vagina (uterosacral and cardinal ligaments).
Then, on one end of the mesh is connected to the top of the vagina or cervix.
However, the other end of the mesh connects to the front of the spine (sacral promontory).
This returns the vagina to its normal position and provides support. The length of the vagina remains the same, which is essential for sexually active patients. The use of netting offers a source of strength for patients with weaker tissues.
During this process:
The surgeon makes a small opening (incision) for the laparoscope (surgical camera). Robotic arm provides a high-resolution 3D magnified view of the inside of the body during surgery.
After placing the mesh, the surgeon removes the laparoscope and instruments and places the dressing over the small incision.
Our robotic surgery for pelvic prolapse offers high success rates and rapid recovery with our robust robotic surgery techniques. Our surgeons have completed the most advanced training in robotic pelvic floor reconstruction. You can trust their knowledge of the latest surgical procedures.
Significantly, pelvic floor disorders affect everyone differently. That's why you get a complete evaluation from our gynecologist before starting any treatment. You'll receive clear information about your options, and we'll guide you through each step.