Abstract
Successful use of vaginal support pessaries requires provider and patient understanding of expected symptom-relief, potential complications, self-care options, and evaluation and treatment of pessary-related problems. This second article in a three-part series summarizes clinical recommendations and evidence related to pessary management.
Publication types
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Research Support, Non-U.S. Gov't
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Review
MeSH terms
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Continuity of Patient Care
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Education, Nursing, Continuing
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Female
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Humans
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Pelvic Organ Prolapse* / nursing
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Pelvic Organ Prolapse* / prevention & control
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Pelvic Organ Prolapse* / therapy
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Pessaries / adverse effects*
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Specialties, Nursing / methods*
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Vaginal Diseases* / drug therapy
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Vaginal Diseases* / nursing
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Vaginal Diseases* / pathology