PELVIC ORGAN PROLAPSE: A REVIEW

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a common condition that can lead to genital tract dysfunction and diminished quality of life. The etiology of POP is multifactorial and each factor is not known but the proposed risk factors that remain controversial are macrosomia, prolonged second-stage labor, episiotomy among others however, the commonest risk factor cited is vaginal childbirth, signs and may Symptoms include descent of the cervix, anterior vaginal,vaginal bulging, pelvic pressure, POP is considered a disease state if reduction relieves the symptoms, restores unction, and improves quality of life.