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{{Infobox medical condition | |||
| name = Enterocele | |||
| synonyms = Vaginal vault hernia | |||
| field = [[Gynecology]] | |||
| symptoms = [[Pelvic pressure]], [[lower back pain]], [[dyspareunia]] | |||
| complications = [[Bowel obstruction]], [[urinary incontinence]] | |||
| onset = Often post-[[hysterectomy]] | |||
| duration = Chronic | |||
| causes = Weakening of pelvic support structures | |||
| risks = [[Childbirth]], [[obesity]], [[chronic cough]], [[constipation]] | |||
| diagnosis = [[Pelvic examination]], [[imaging studies]] | |||
| differential = [[Rectocele]], [[cystocele]], [[uterine prolapse]] | |||
| prevention = [[Pelvic floor exercises]], [[weight management]] | |||
| treatment = [[Pessary]], [[surgery]] | |||
| medication = None specific | |||
| prognosis = Good with treatment | |||
| frequency = Common in postmenopausal women | |||
}} | |||
'''Enterocele''' is a medical condition characterized by the herniation of the small intestine and peritoneum into the vaginal canal. This condition is often associated with pelvic organ prolapse and can cause symptoms such as pelvic pressure, lower back pain, and a sensation of bulging in the vagina. | '''Enterocele''' is a medical condition characterized by the herniation of the small intestine and peritoneum into the vaginal canal. This condition is often associated with pelvic organ prolapse and can cause symptoms such as pelvic pressure, lower back pain, and a sensation of bulging in the vagina. | ||
== Causes == | == Causes == | ||
The primary cause of an enterocele is weakening of the pelvic floor muscles and ligaments that support the uterus, bladder, and rectum. This weakening can occur due to a variety of factors, including [[age]], [[obesity]], [[pregnancy]], [[childbirth]], [[hysterectomy]], and [[menopause]]. | The primary cause of an enterocele is weakening of the pelvic floor muscles and ligaments that support the uterus, bladder, and rectum. This weakening can occur due to a variety of factors, including [[age]], [[obesity]], [[pregnancy]], [[childbirth]], [[hysterectomy]], and [[menopause]]. | ||
== Symptoms == | == Symptoms == | ||
The symptoms of an enterocele can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Some women may not experience any symptoms, while others may experience: | The symptoms of an enterocele can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Some women may not experience any symptoms, while others may experience: | ||
* A feeling of fullness or pressure in the pelvic area | * A feeling of fullness or pressure in the pelvic area | ||
* Lower back pain that worsens as the day goes on | * Lower back pain that worsens as the day goes on | ||
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* Difficulty with bowel movements | * Difficulty with bowel movements | ||
* Sexual difficulties | * Sexual difficulties | ||
== Diagnosis == | == Diagnosis == | ||
Diagnosis of an enterocele typically involves a physical examination, during which a healthcare provider may ask the patient to strain or cough to check for protrusion of the vaginal wall. Additional tests may include a [[pelvic ultrasound]], [[MRI]], or [[defecography]]. | Diagnosis of an enterocele typically involves a physical examination, during which a healthcare provider may ask the patient to strain or cough to check for protrusion of the vaginal wall. Additional tests may include a [[pelvic ultrasound]], [[MRI]], or [[defecography]]. | ||
== Treatment == | == Treatment == | ||
Treatment for an enterocele may involve conservative measures such as pelvic floor exercises or pessary use, or surgical interventions such as [[vaginal surgery]], [[abdominal surgery]], or [[laparoscopic surgery]]. The choice of treatment depends on the severity of the symptoms and the patient's overall health and preferences. | Treatment for an enterocele may involve conservative measures such as pelvic floor exercises or pessary use, or surgical interventions such as [[vaginal surgery]], [[abdominal surgery]], or [[laparoscopic surgery]]. The choice of treatment depends on the severity of the symptoms and the patient's overall health and preferences. | ||
== See also == | == See also == | ||
* [[Pelvic organ prolapse]] | * [[Pelvic organ prolapse]] | ||
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* [[Pelvic floor exercises]] | * [[Pelvic floor exercises]] | ||
* [[Pessary]] | * [[Pessary]] | ||
[[Category:Medical conditions]] | [[Category:Medical conditions]] | ||
[[Category:Gynecology]] | [[Category:Gynecology]] | ||
[[Category:Surgery]] | [[Category:Surgery]] | ||
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Latest revision as of 23:20, 3 April 2025
| Enterocele | |
|---|---|
| Synonyms | Vaginal vault hernia |
| Pronounce | N/A |
| Specialty | N/A |
| Symptoms | Pelvic pressure, lower back pain, dyspareunia |
| Complications | Bowel obstruction, urinary incontinence |
| Onset | Often post-hysterectomy |
| Duration | Chronic |
| Types | N/A |
| Causes | Weakening of pelvic support structures |
| Risks | Childbirth, obesity, chronic cough, constipation |
| Diagnosis | Pelvic examination, imaging studies |
| Differential diagnosis | Rectocele, cystocele, uterine prolapse |
| Prevention | Pelvic floor exercises, weight management |
| Treatment | Pessary, surgery |
| Medication | None specific |
| Prognosis | Good with treatment |
| Frequency | Common in postmenopausal women |
| Deaths | N/A |
Enterocele is a medical condition characterized by the herniation of the small intestine and peritoneum into the vaginal canal. This condition is often associated with pelvic organ prolapse and can cause symptoms such as pelvic pressure, lower back pain, and a sensation of bulging in the vagina.
Causes[edit]
The primary cause of an enterocele is weakening of the pelvic floor muscles and ligaments that support the uterus, bladder, and rectum. This weakening can occur due to a variety of factors, including age, obesity, pregnancy, childbirth, hysterectomy, and menopause.
Symptoms[edit]
The symptoms of an enterocele can vary depending on the severity of the condition. Some women may not experience any symptoms, while others may experience:
- A feeling of fullness or pressure in the pelvic area
- Lower back pain that worsens as the day goes on
- A bulge of tissue protruding from the vagina
- Difficulty with bowel movements
- Sexual difficulties
Diagnosis[edit]
Diagnosis of an enterocele typically involves a physical examination, during which a healthcare provider may ask the patient to strain or cough to check for protrusion of the vaginal wall. Additional tests may include a pelvic ultrasound, MRI, or defecography.
Treatment[edit]
Treatment for an enterocele may involve conservative measures such as pelvic floor exercises or pessary use, or surgical interventions such as vaginal surgery, abdominal surgery, or laparoscopic surgery. The choice of treatment depends on the severity of the symptoms and the patient's overall health and preferences.
