What is uterosacral ligament endometriosis?

Endometriosis can be found anywhere in the pelvis, but most commonly it is found on the ligaments that support the uterus (the uterosacral ligaments) or on the ovaries; occasionally it affects the bladder or bowel.

What are the uterosacral ligaments?

The uterosacral ligaments are support structures that typically keep the cervix and uterus in the pelvis. As those ligaments weaken and stretch, women can develop prolapse.

How do you know if you have uterosacral ligament?

The surgeon places a finger in the rectum and draws the finger from a far lateral position until the uterosacral ligament is felt…. A second Allis clamp is placed directly on the palpated uterosacral ligament from the transperitoneal side as the ligament is elevated by the underlying rectal finger.”

Can uterosacral ligament cause pain?

Particularly painful is the area of the uterosacral ligament insertion points. The intensity of pain increases tremendously if the cervix is moved laterally or anteriorly. Identical back aches can emerge during deep sexual penetration.

What do you need to know about uterosacral ligament suspension?

A uterosacral ligament suspension is an operation designed to restore support to the uterus (womb) or vaginal vault (top of the vagina in a woman who has had a hysterectomy). The uterosacral ligaments are strong supportive structures that attach the cervix (neck of the womb) to the sacrum (bottom of the spine).

Where does the uterosacral ligament attach to the sacrum?

The uterosacral ligaments are strong supportive structures that attach the cervix (neck of the womb) to the sacrum (bottom of the spine). Weakness and stretching of these ligaments can contribute to pelvic organ prolapse.

When do you feel pain in the uterosacral ligament?

Pain may also be felt during bowel movements, especially during the menstrual period, when tissue actively bleeds. Lower abdominal pain during menstrual periods and lower back or leg pain are also associated with endometriosis in the uterosacral ligaments. Resources for your journey…

What are the symptoms of endometriosis of the uterosacral ligament?

Inflammatory toxins such as prostaglandins released by endometriosis from the uteroscaral ligament can increase bowel motility, resulting in diarrhea and irritable bowel symptoms, said Dr. Ken Sinervo of the Center for Endometriosis Care. Endometriosis on the uterosacral ligament causes nodules to form.