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International Urogynecology Journal
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal 1/2011

01-01-2011 | Original Article

Laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy: an observational study of functional and anatomical outcomes

Authors: Natalia Price, Alex Slack, Simon R. Jackson

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Issue 1/2011

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Abstract

Introduction and hypothesis

The aim of the study was to evaluate the clinical and functional outcomes of laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy, in particular its effect on female sexual function.

Methods

A retrospective observational study of women undergoing laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy between February 2005 and March 2009 was undertaken. Pelvic organ support was assessed objectively using the pelvic organ prolapse quantification scale (POP-Q). Functional outcomes were assessed using the International Consultation on Incontinence questionnaire for vaginal symptoms (ICIQ-VS), both preoperatively and at 6–36 months postoperatively.

Results

Eighty-four women with a mean age of 65 years (range, 49–78 years) were studied. At follow-up in clinic, all women had good vault support (mean point C, −8.9; range, 10 to −8). Subjective improvements in prolapse symptoms and sexual well-being were observed with significant reductions in the respective questionnaire scores.

Conclusions

Our results confirm previous findings that laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy is a safe and efficacious surgical treatment for post-hysterectomy vaginal vault prolapse. It provides excellent apical support and good functional outcome with overall improvement in sexual function.
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Metadata
Title
Laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy: an observational study of functional and anatomical outcomes
Authors
Natalia Price
Alex Slack
Simon R. Jackson
Publication date
01-01-2011
Publisher
Springer-Verlag
Published in
International Urogynecology Journal / Issue 1/2011
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-010-1241-y

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