Pelvic Organ Prolapse and Incontinence — Surgically Correctable Conditions That Do Not Require Living With
Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when the tissues and muscles that support the bladder, uterus, and rectum weaken — allowing one or more of these organs to descend into or beyond the vagina. Stress urinary incontinence occurs when physical exertion — coughing, laughing, sneezing, exercise — causes involuntary urine leakage. Both are common. Both are underreported. And both are surgically correctable.
Dr. Andrei performs the full range of prolapse repair and incontinence procedures using laparoscopic and robotic surgical techniques — restoring pelvic anatomy through small incisions without the recovery of open surgery. The specific procedure is matched to the type and severity of prolapse, the patient’s symptoms, and her goals for recovery and long-term function.
Prolapse repair surgery is performed at McLaren Lapeer, McLaren Flint, and Henry Ford Rochester hospitals. Incontinence sling procedures may be performed at Lapeer County Surgery Center as outpatient same-day cases. Dr. Andrei confirms the facility and approach at your surgical consultation.
Prolapse and Incontinence Surgery — Matched to Your Specific Condition
Each page below covers who the procedure is for, what it involves, which facility is used, and what recovery looks like.
Surgical repair of pelvic organ prolapse — restoring the anatomical position of the bladder, uterus, or vaginal vault through laparoscopic or robotic sacrocolpopexy and native tissue repair. Hospital setting required.
Prolapse Repair Surgery →Surgical correction of anterior vaginal wall prolapse (cystocele) — where the bladder has descended into the vaginal canal causing pressure, incomplete bladder emptying, and urinary symptoms. Laparoscopic or robotic repair at hospital.
Bladder Prolapse Surgery →Surgical treatment of uterine prolapse — either uterine suspension to preserve the uterus or hysterectomy combined with vault suspension for definitive correction. Approach selected based on prolapse severity and patient goals.
Uterine Prolapse Surgery →Midurethral sling procedures for stress urinary incontinence — a minimally invasive outpatient surgery that supports the urethra and stops involuntary leakage with coughing, laughing, sneezing, or exercise. Performed primarily at Lapeer County Surgery Center.
Incontinence Procedures →Prolapse and Incontinence Are Not Something You Have to Accept
Many women live with prolapse and incontinence for years before seeking treatment — assuming these are inevitable consequences of childbirth or aging that cannot be meaningfully addressed. They can be. Surgical correction provides durable relief for the majority of women who are appropriate candidates.
- Pelvic pressure, heaviness, or bulge that worsens through the day
- Incomplete bladder or bowel emptying requiring manual assistance
- Leakage with coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercise
- Prolapse visible or felt at the vaginal opening
- Sexual discomfort or avoidance related to prolapse symptoms
- Failed conservative management with pelvic floor therapy or pessary
“Prolapse and incontinence are conditions that significantly affect quality of life — and they are surgically correctable for most women who are appropriate candidates. The conversation starts with understanding what is happening anatomically and what the patient’s goals are.”
- Board-Certified — Obstetrics and Gynecology
- FACOG — Fellow, American College of OB/GYN
- MD, PhD — dual academic credentials
- da Vinci® robotic surgical certification
- GYN-only practice — every surgery is a GYN surgery
- Private practice — no residents, no handoffs
Prolapse and Incontinence
Are Surgically Correctable.
If pelvic pressure, bulge, or bladder leakage is affecting your quality of life, schedule a consultation with Dr. Andrei. She evaluates the type and severity of prolapse, explains the surgical options, and recommends the procedure matched to your specific anatomy.
The information on this page is intended for educational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Individual symptoms, diagnoses, and treatment options vary significantly. Reading this content does not establish a physician-patient relationship with Dr. Ramona D. Andrei or Lapeer Women’s Health. If you are experiencing a medical emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room immediately. Please consult a qualified healthcare provider for advice specific to your situation. Content reviewed by Dr. Ramona D. Andrei, MD PhD FACOG.
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