Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Current Progress and Clinical Challenges, 2nd Edition
A special issue of Journal of Clinical Medicine (ISSN 2077-0383). This special issue belongs to the section "Obstetrics & Gynecology".
Deadline for manuscript submissions: 25 December 2026 | Viewed by 120
Special Issue Editors
Interests: pelvic organ prolapse; bladder; prostate; oncology
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Interests: prostate; urodynamics; prostate cancer; urologic oncology; bladder cancer; urology surgery
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Special Issue Information
Dear Colleagues,
It is my pleasure to invite you to contribute to the Special Issue entitled “Pelvic Organ Prolapse: Current Progress and Clinical Challenges, 2nd Edition”. Five papers were published in the first edition. For more details, please visit: https://www.mdpi.com/journal/jcm/special_issues/2NER2H42C4.
Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a significant health concern, affecting a substantial proportion of women, particularly during postmenopausal and post-childbirth phases. It occurs when pelvic organs like the bladder, uterus or rectum drop from their normal position and bulge into the vagina due to weakening of the muscles and tissues supporting these organs. This condition can cause discomfort, urinary problems and sexual dysfunction, severely impacting quality of life.
Recent progress in understanding and managing POP includes advancements in diagnostic techniques, such as high-resolution imaging, which provides a detailed view of pelvic anatomy and helps in precise identification of the prolapse. There has also been development in minimally invasive surgical techniques, such as laparoscopic and robotic surgeries, which offer quicker recovery and fewer complications compared to traditional surgeries.
However, clinical challenges remain. These include a need for better risk prediction and prevention strategies, especially for women at higher risk due to genetic factors or lifestyle. Additionally, the long-term efficacy and safety of surgical mesh, used in POP surgeries, are under scrutiny due to complications like mesh erosion. Thus, current research is also focused on developing new biomaterials for safer and more effective treatments.
Overall, while significant strides have been made in the treatment and management of POP, ongoing research and clinical trials are crucial for addressing the remaining challenges and improving patient outcomes.
Dr. Riccardo Lombardo
Dr. Cosimo De Nunzio
Guest Editors
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Keywords
- pelvic organ prolapse (POP)
- postmenopausal
- urinary dysfunction
- minimally invasive surgery
- laparoscopic sur-gery
- robotic surgery
- surgical mesh
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