Is there a grade 4 cystocele?

Grade 4 cystocele is defined as extrusion of the bladder base beyond the vaginal introitus at rest and represents the extreme of anterior vaginal wall prolapse.

How long is the recovery from cystocele surgery?

You can most likely return to your normal activities in about 6 weeks. Avoid strenuous activity, such as heavy lifting or long periods of standing, for the first 3 months, and increase your activity level gradually. Straining or lifting after you have resumed normal activities may cause the problem to recur.

How successful is cystocele surgery?

At 36 months after surgery the anatomical success rate (stage 0 or 1) was 93%. On a functional level, all the scores of quality of life and sexuality were improved. The overall satisfaction score (visual analogue scale) was 71.4%.

Is cystocele surgery painful?

The most common postoperative symptom after paravaginal cystocele repair is discomfort from the abdominal or laparoscopic incision(s). This should resolve over several weeks as you heal. The success for this procedure to correct the bulge is over 90 percent.

What can I expect after a Cystocele surgery?

You may experience discomfort in the vagina for 1-2 weeks following the surgery. The physician may place a medicated vaginal packing in the vagina overnight. The catheter stays for 2-6 days to give the bladder more time to function normally. You may notice bloody discharge and/or odor from the vagina for 1-2 weeks.

How painful is prolapse surgery?

Usually the graft is anchored to the muscles of the pelvic floor. Generally this surgery is not very painful. You may feel as if you have been ‘riding on a horseback’. You will have some discomfort and pain, so please do not hesitate to take pain medication.

How long is hospital stay for prolapse surgery?

Depending on the extent of your surgery , the hospital stay usually lasts one to four days. Many women have difficulty urinating immediately after the surgery and have to go home with a catheter in place to drain the bladder. These catheters are usually only necessary for 3 to 7 days.