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  • Conservative Treatment
  • Fecal Incontinence
  • Gynecological Examination
  • Pelvic Organ Prolapse
  • Sexual Dysfunction, Physiological

Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a prevalent condition that affects millions of women worldwide, particularly those with a history of vaginal childbirth, pelvic surgery, pelvic floor trauma, or connective tissue weakening. POP is characterized by the descent of pelvic organs, including the bladder, uterus, rectum, or vaginal apex, into or beyond the vaginal canal due to weakening of the supporting muscles, fascia, and ligaments. While some women remain asymptomatic, others may experience notable symptoms, including pelvic pressure, a sensation of vaginal bulging, urinary or fecal incontinence, and sexual dysfunction. Diagnosis relies on clinical history, pelvic examination, and standardized staging using either the Baden-Walker grading system or the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification (POP-Q) system. Management is individualized based on symptom severity, compartment involvement, and patient goals. Conservative options include pelvic floor muscle training and pessary use, while surgical interventions, such as sacrocolpopexy or colpocleisis, may be indicated in more severe cases. This activity provides a comprehensive overview of the etiology, risk factors, diagnostic strategies, and evidence-based management of POP, including conservative treatments such as pelvic floor muscle training and pessary use, as well as surgical interventions such as sacrocolpopexy and colpocleisis. This activity highlights the importance of interprofessional collaboration among healthcare providers and equips them with the knowledge and tools necessary for individualized care planning and effective team-based collaboration, ultimately improving patient outcomes and quality of life.

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Credit types

AAPA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsAMA PRA Category 1 Credit™Up to 1.5 creditsNursingUp to 1.5 creditsPharmacyUp to 1.5 credits

MOC types

ABS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABPATH — Lifelong LearningUp to 1.5 pointsABTS — Accredited CMEUp to 1.5 pointsABIM — Medical KnowledgeUp to 1.5 pointsABS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABP — Lifelong Learning and Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 pointsABTS — Self-AssessmentUp to 1.5 points

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No

Qualifies for MIPS

No

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Cross-Specialty

Relevant across 8 specialties.

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  • Article / monograph / reference
  • Credit · Up to 1.5 credits
  • MOC · Up to 1.5 points
  • Fee varies · this provider typically $49–98
  • Released
    Sep 1, 2026
  • Last day to claim credit
    Sep 1, 2029 3 years left

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