Inflatable pessary
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Inflatable pessary
A vaginal pessary is a removable device placed into the vagina. An inflatable pessary is designed to support areas of pelvic organ prolapse, particularly uterine prolapse. Inflatable pessaries are especially helpful in cases of uterine prolapse accompanied by prolapse of other organs, including the bladder, rectum, small bowel, and vaginal vault.
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| Primary Medical Reviewer | Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine |
| Specialist Medical Reviewer | R. Hugh Gorwill, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
| Last Updated | October 20, 2008 |
| Last updated: | October 20, 2008 |
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| Reviewed By: | Sarah Marshall, MD - Family Medicine, R. Hugh Gorwill, MD - Obstetrics and Gynecology |
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