上海交通大学妇产科学03级七年制课件十三 Uterine prolapse.pptVIP

2006-12-6 七年制 Uterine Prolapse Uterine Prolapse Definition The uterus gradually descends in the axis of the vagina taking the vaginal wall with it. It may present clinically at any level, but is usually classified as one of three degrees. Causes 1. The stretching of muscle and fibrous tissue 2. Increased intra-abdominal pressure 3. A constitutional predisposition to stretching of the ligaments as a response presumably to years in the erect position In recent years,the incidence of prolapse is greatly reduced. The more liberal use of caesarean section and the elimination of labou