When the posterior bladder wall protrudes downward through the anterior vaginal wall. It is known as

When the posterior bladder wall protrudes downward through the anterior vaginal wall. It is known as Correct Answer Cystocele

Concept:-

  • Cystocele: when the wall between the bladder and the vagina weakens, the bladder may drop or sag into the vagina.

Cystoceles are grouped into grades:

  1. Mild: the bladder drops only a short way into the vagina.
  2. More severe: the bladder has sunk into the vagina far enough to reach the opening of the vagina
  3. Most advanced: the bladder bulges out through the opening of the vagina.

Causes of cystocele:

  • Frequent heavy lifting
  • Chronic coughing
  • Constipation
  • Obesity
  • Menopause
  • Previous surgery

Symptoms of cystocele:

  • The feeling of pressure in the pelvic region
  • Increased urine frequency
  • Urinary incontinence

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