Urogynaecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery

The department of Urogynaecology & Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery offers coordinated, holistic care to cover all the aspects of female urinary incontinence and utero-vaginal prolapse. The unit is accredited by the British Society of Urogynaecology (The British Society of Urogynaecology (BSUG)) receiving recognition for the high standards of care provided to women with pelvic floor problems.

We offer a comprehensive range of treatment options from conservative treatments to advanced surgical procedures if appropriate (including keyhole surgery). Treatments are delivered by a dedicated team of doctors (surgeons), specialist nurses and pelvic health physiotherapists.

There is a nurse led pessary service for women requiring fitting, insertion, or changes and for those encountering pessary problems.

Conditions treated include:

Female urinary incontinence
- Stress incontinence: leaking with activities.
- Overactive bladder: urgent need to pass urine, frequent trips to the toilet and getting up at night associated with or without urinary leakage.
Painful bladder conditions
Utero-vaginal prolapse
- Cystocele: Prolapse of the front wall of the vagina
- Rectocele: Prolapse of the back wall of the vagina
- Uterus: Prolapse of the womb
- Vault: Prolapse of the top of the vagina after a hysterectomy

We work closely with the departments of urology and colorectal surgery in complex pelvic floor problems involving the bladder and bowel.