Urogynecologic Surgery
Advanced Care Solutions
Urogynecology is a sub-specialty of gynecology and deals with pelvic floor disorders in female patients. RWJBarnabas Health provides cutting-edge surgical options for these patients to better their health, alleviate their pelvic floor disorder, and improve their quality of life.
What are Pelvic Floor Disorders?
Pelvic floor disorders are disorders that can affect female patients after experiencing vaginal stress, trauma, or disease. These disorders can include incontinence (urinary and fecal) and pelvic organ prolapse. Urogynecologists also treat women who have sustained trauma to their perineum following childbirth. These conditions often respond to various treatments, but sometimes surgical intervention is necessary.
Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery and Other Procedures
Urogynecologic surgery is also known as pelvic reconstructive surgery. Our surgeons are experienced in the latest procedures to treat patients struggling with pelvic organ prolapse and various other urogynecological conditions.
Urogynecological conditions that sometimes require surgery include:
- Pelvic organ prolapse
- Vaginal agenesis
- Vaginal septum
- Stress urinary incontinence
- Overactive bladder
- Vaginal fistulas
- Bladder fistulas
Common surgical treatments include:
- Hysterectomy (removal of the uterus)
- Sacral nerve stimulation
- Vaginal reconstructive surgery
- Fistula repair
Navigating Surgical Options
Due to advancements in medical technology, our patients often have access to effective, non-invasive procedures that offer reduced recovery times, lower complication risks, and minimal scarring. Laparoscopic and robotic surgeries play a critical role in modern urogynecology and patients can trust that our facilities are outfitted to provide state-of-the-art solutions.
If you are scheduled for urogynecologic surgery and have questions about how to prepare for your appointment or the logistics of your visit, contact us today.