Predictors of Recovery Expectancy

Predictors of Recovery Expectancy After Surgery for Pelvic Organ Prolapse

The purpose of this study is to identify factors that influence a person's expectations regarding recovery from pelvic organ prolapse surgery. This is important because a person's expectations regarding recovery from surgery help to predict how a person will actually recover. Our hypothesis is that women with multiple roles will have expectations of a longer surgical recovery time after surgery for pelvic organ prolapse after controlling for known predictors of recovery expectancies. Participants will complete a preoperative online survey. Additional online surveys will be send on postoperative days 14 and 42 to measure postdischarge surgical recovery.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Patients with greater than or equal to stage II pelvic organ prolapse who are scheduled for reconstructive surgery.
• English speaking.
• Over the age of 18.
• Use email as a form of communication.
• Have a reliable internet connection at home.
• Have a computer/smartphone/tablet at home.

Exclusion Criteria:

• Non English speaking patients
• Patients without active email.
• Patients without access to reliable internet connection.
• Patients without access to computer/smartphone/tablet.
• Patients with less than stage II prolapse.