This pessary is used for a second to third degree prolapse, or procedentia. It has drainage holes in its base and comes in nine sizes. The knob of the Gellhorn easily folds over for insertion, and one in place rests on the posterior vaginal wall. Pessary can be placed temporarily or permanently, and must be fitted by a physician. Most pessaries can be worn during intercourse.
- Comes in 9 sizes
- Folds easily
- Small plastic or silicone medical device
- Used for a second to third degree prolapse or procedentia
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Pessary:
A pessary is a small plastic or silicone medical device which is inserted into the vagina or rectum and held in place by the pelvic floor musculature
A therapeutic pessary is a medical device similar to the outer ring of a diaphragm. Therapeutic pessaries are used to support the uterus, vagina, bladder, or rectum. A pessary is most commonly used to treat prolapse of the uterus. It is also used to treat stress urinary incontinence, a retroverted uterus, cystocele and rectocele.
Pessaries should only be used in conjunction with vaginal estrogen, without it, these can cause chronic discharge and bleeding secondary to injury of the vaginal tissue.
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This pessary is used for a second to third degree prolapse, or procedentia. It has drainage holes in its base and comes in nine sizes. The knob of the Gellhorn easily folds over for insertion, and one in place rests on the posterior vaginal wall. Pessary can be placed temporarily or permanently, and must be fitted by a physician. Most pessaries can be worn during intercourse.