E-Posters-10058

10058_Kim

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This study aimed to investigate the influence of age on the characteristics and long-term outcomes of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) surgery in females. The study included patients who underwent POP surgery between 2005 and 2009 at Yonsei University Hospital. The patients were divided into three groups based on their age: ≤50 years old, 51-69 years old, and ≥70 years old.<br /><br />The results showed that although older age groups had higher rates of comorbidity and stage IV POP, the surgery was found to be equally safe and effective across different age groups. Vaginal hysterectomy with McCall culdoplasty was the most commonly performed surgery in all age groups. There were no significant differences in operation time, blood loss, or hospital stay among the three groups.<br /><br />The rate of relapse of POP and the reoperation rate were also similar across the age groups. The older age group had a higher proportion of comorbidity, including hypertension and diabetes, compared to the younger age groups. Additionally, the proportion of patients with a family history of pelvic floor disorders was higher in the younger age group.<br /><br />In conclusion, this retrospective analysis suggests that age does not significantly impact the characteristics and long-term outcomes of POP surgery. The study supports the safety and effectiveness of POP surgery across different age groups.

Keywords

age

influence

characteristics

long-term outcomes

pelvic organ prolapse

POP surgery

safety

effectiveness

comorbidity

retrospective analysis