Mechanical devices for genital organ prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse is common, with some degree of prolapse seen in up to 50 per cent of parous women, although many are asymptomatic. Treatments include surgery, mechanical devices and conservative therapies. The authors describe a variety of mechanical devices or pessaries that aim to alleviate the symptoms of prolapse and avert or delay the need for surgery. Copyright © 2009 Wiley Interface Ltd