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Uterine prolapse is a form of pelvic organ prolapse in which the uterus moves from its normal position and presses down into the vagina. This can happen when the muscles and tissues that hold the uterus in place get weak or damaged.
Current as of: August 2, 2022
Author: Healthwise Staff
Medical Review:Adam Husney MD - Family Medicine & Sarah Marshall MD - Family Medicine & Martin J. Gabica MD - Family Medicine & Kathleen Romito MD - Family Medicine & Femi Olatunbosun MB, FRCSC - Obstetrics and Gynecology & JoLynn Montgomery PA - Family Medicine
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