Vaginal mesh surgery: a review of current practice

Olivia SY CHAU; Rachel YK CHEUNG

doi:10.12809/hkjgom.22.1.06

Authors

Olivia SY CHAU
Rachel YK CHEUNG

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.12809/hkjgom.22.1.06

Keywords:

Pelvic organ prolapse, Surgical mesh

Abstract

We review the risks and benefits of vaginal mesh surgery for pelvic organ prolapse and compare the existing guidelines and recommendations from different regions and academic bodies. We then provide recommendations on the use of vaginal mesh surgery for pelvic organ prolapse.

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