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Urogynecology

Urogynecology is a subspecialty of gynecology dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of pelvic floor disorders, urinary incontinence, and pelvic organ prolapse in women.

What is Urogynecology?

Urogynecology is a specialty area dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of pelvic floor functional disorders in women. The pelvic floor muscles and connective tissue support the uterus, bladder, and rectum. Childbirth, aging, menopause, and genetic factors can cause pelvic floor weakness.

Assoc. Prof. Erkan Elçi provides treatment with minimally invasive surgical methods in the field of urogynecology.

Urogynecological Conditions

Common urogynecological problems:

- Stress incontinence: Urine leakage during coughing, sneezing, laughing

  • Urge incontinence: Leakage with sudden and strong urge to urinate

  • Mixed incontinence: Both types occurring together

  • Pelvic organ prolapse: Uterine prolapse, bladder descent (cystocele), rectal descent (rectocele)

  • Overactive bladder: Frequent urination, nighttime urination

  • Recurrent urinary tract infections

  • Treatment Methods

    Urogynecological treatment options:

    - Pelvic floor exercises (Kegel): First-line treatment

  • Behavioral therapies: Bladder training, fluid management

  • Medication: Anticholinergic drugs, beta-3 agonists

  • Pessary application: Vaginal support device

  • TOT/TVT surgery: Urinary incontinence surgery

  • Sacrocolpopexy: Robotic/laparoscopic prolapse repair

  • Anterior/posterior colporrhaphy: Vaginal prolapse repair

  • Laser therapy: For mild incontinence and vaginal atrophy

  • Frequently Asked Questions

    Can urinary incontinence be treated?+
    Yes, urinary incontinence is a problem that can be effectively treated in modern medicine. Exercise, medication, or surgical methods are applied depending on the type and severity.
    Is surgery necessary for uterine prolapse?+
    Conservative methods such as pelvic floor exercises and pessary may be sufficient for mild cases. Surgical treatment may be necessary for advanced prolapse.

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