prolapse of the uterus; cervical incompetence; pudendal hernia

Introduction

Downward movement of the uterus due to laxity & atony of the muscular & fascial structures of the pelvic floor.

• May occur from injuries of childbirth or advanced age.

Classification

• 1st degree prolapse
  • The cervix is at or near the introitus
• 2nd degree prolapse
• 3rd degree prolapse (procidentia uteri)
  • cervix protrudes well beyond the vaginal orifice

Management

• see pelvic organ prolapse

More general terms

• pelvic organ prolapse
• uterine disease

Additional terms

• cervical incompetence
• pelvic diaphragm; urogenital diaphragm; pelvic floor