The Colpexin Sphere: a new conservative management option for pelvic organ prolapse.

نویسنده

  • Karen M Sasso
چکیده

Pelvic organ prolapse is a frequently overlooked condition occurring commonly among women of all ages. A brief overview of pelvic organ prolapse and a discussion of the Colpexin Sphere is provided. The Colpexin Sphere is a new intravaginal device that facilitates the performance of pelvic floor muscle exercises thereby enhancing the benefit provided by already established conservative therapy.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Urologic nursing

دوره 26 6  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 2006