Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a common problem experienced by women. A recent research article examined the outcomes of women with POP treated with laparoscopic promontofixation. This technique—a relatively new approach to POP surgery—was associated with symptom improvements and a low rate of recurrence.
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A. P. Advincula has acted as a consultant for Cooper Surgical, Covidien, Ethicon Women's Health & Urology, Genzyme, Intuitive Surgical. T. Jackson declares no competing interests.
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Jackson, T., Advincula, A. Laparoscopic promontofixation is safe and effective for POP. Nat Rev Urol 9, 128–129 (2012). https://doi.org/10.1038/nrurol.2011.221
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