Pelvic floor repair at Nuffield Health at St Bartholomew's Hospital

What is pelvic floor repair?

The muscles, ligaments and connective tissue that hold a women’s internal organs in place are called the pelvic floor. The bladder, bowel, uterus, vagina and rectum are held in place by the pelvic floor. Your brain controls your pelvic floor muscles to help these organs function correctly. Several medical conditions such as an injury or childbirth can cause weakness or tears in the pelvic floor muscles called pelvic floor disease.

What happens during pelvic floor repair surgery?

There are several types of pelvic floor repair. Your surgeon may perform several procedures during your operation. You should have a detailed discussion with your consultant to determine which option is the best in your case.

Your surgeon will make a cut either in the front or the back of your vaginal wall so they can move your bladder, urethra or bowel back into place.

Recovery from pelvic floor repair

Your length of hospital stay will depend on the type of surgery performed and your recovery.

Our team of specialist physiotherapists will provide expert treatment, rehabilitation and advice during your hospital stay, and if appropriate follow-up as an outpatient to support your full recovery.

Why choose Nuffield Health St Bartholomew's Hospital for your pelvic floor repair surgery

At Nuffield Health St Bartholomew's Hospital, our experienced surgeons provide you with quick access to treatment with a treatment plan which is personalised to you.

How to book a consultation with our experts at St Bartholomew's Hospital

Booking a consultation to see one of our surgeons at St Bartholomew's Hospital is easy. Simply call our dedicated hospital enquiry team on 020 3386 9006 and they will book you a consultation at a time and date convenient for you.

Alternatively, if you are unsure about the consultation process or pelvic floor repair surgery, our enquiry team will be more than happy to answer your questions.