Comprehensive Nursing Care Protocol for Women With Pelvic Organ Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence: A Global Perspective

Comprehensive Nursing Care Protocol for Women With Pelvic Organ Prolapse and Urinary Incontinence: A Global Perspective

Pelvic organ prolapse is the descent of pelvic structures into the vagina due to ligament or muscular weakness. Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is subcategorized according to the compartment of descent. Cystocele characterizes anterior wall herniation, rectocele refers to the posterior vaginal wall descent, and vaginal vault prolapse characterizes the descent of the uterus, cervix, or apex of the vagina. They can occur either singly or in combination

this study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of a comprehensive nursing care protocol provided for nurses who provide direct care for women with pelvic organ prolapse and urinary incontinence in gynecological in patients departments, Mansoura University Hospital, Mansoura University on their knowledge and practices as well as its impact on the women quality of life.

Inclusion Criteria:

• All available nurses assigned for bed side care in the previous study settings and fulfilled the following inclusion criteria:

  • Age 20≥ 60 years
  • Willing to participate in the study
  • Both sex

Exclusion Criteria:

• nurses did not assign for bed side care in the previous study settings and not fulfill the inclusion criteria