General Info about Prolapse of Uterus

Prolapse of the uterus refers to the downward displacement of the vagina and uterus.

The word prolapse is derived from the latin "procidere" which means with effect to fall. The uterus is held in position by adequate ligaments. Besides, it has the support of the muscular structures of vagina and all other local tissues and muscles. Due to the laxity of support by muscles, tissue and ligaments, the uterus sags downwards.

Published on Apr 05, 2014
Last Updated on Apr 05, 2014

Citations

Please use one of the following formats to cite this article in your essay, paper or report:

APA

Dr. Reeja Tharu. (2014, April 05). Uterine Prolapse / Prolapse of Uterus - Causes-Symptoms-Treatment. Medindia. Retrieved on Jan 27, 2023 from https://www.medindia.net/patients/patientinfo/prolapseofuterus.htm.
MLA

Dr. Reeja Tharu. "Uterine Prolapse / Prolapse of Uterus - Causes-Symptoms-Treatment". Medindia. Jan 27, 2023. <https://www.medindia.net/patients/patientinfo/prolapseofuterus.htm>.
Chicago
Dr. Reeja Tharu. "Uterine Prolapse / Prolapse of Uterus - Causes-Symptoms-Treatment". Medindia. https://www.medindia.net/patients/patientinfo/prolapseofuterus.htm. (accessed Jan 27, 2023).
Harvard
Dr. Reeja Tharu. 2021. Uterine Prolapse / Prolapse of Uterus - Causes-Symptoms-Treatment. Medindia, viewed Jan 27, 2023, https://www.medindia.net/patients/patientinfo/prolapseofuterus.htm.