Subjects

A total of 88 patients with POP and elective surgery admitted to Anqing Hospital affiliated to Anhui Medical University from March 2018 to March 2021 were retrospectively analyzed. The patients were divided into an observation group and a control group according to the different surgical methods.

This study was approved by the Ethics Committee of Anqing Municipal Hospital.

Inclusion criteria are as follows: (1) patients who met the diagnostic criteria of POP (8) with Grade III–IV POP quantification (POP-Q) (9); (2) patients without fertility requirements; (3) patients without contraindications related to surgery and anesthesia; and (4) patients who signed an informed consent form.

Exclusion criteria are as follows: (1) patients who received pelvic floor physical therapy within 3 months before surgery; (2) patients with severe primary diseases of the heart, brain, liver, kidney, and other important organs; (3) patients with malignant tumors of the rectum, ovary, uterus, and other pelvic cavity requiring surgical treatment; (4) patients who have undergone relevant surgical treatment in the past; (5) patients with poor treatment compliance; and (6) patients who cannot be followed-up regularly.