Leakage of urine and prolapse of pelvic organs can be an embarrassing problem for many women, but these are common conditions which affect, to varying extents, many women in our community. Almost half of all women who have ever had children will experience some form of vaginal prolapse and/or urinary incontinence at some time in their lives.
These problems are best managed by a multi-disciplinary team, and Brisbane Gynaecologist Dr Ken Law works closely with a pelvic floor physiotherapist and continence nurse in order to provide you with the best care. A pelvic floor physiotherapist consults on-site at Greenslopes Obstetrics and Gynaecology, so that you could see both Dr Law and the physiotherapist on the same day.
Non-surgical treatment options (e.g. Vaginal ring pessary) may be suitable for some women. When surgery is required, Dr Ken Law specialises in using the latest minimally invasive techniques to manage these problems. He has extensive experience in treatment using:
- Sub-urethral sling procedures for treatment of urinary stress incontinence, which occurs typically on coughing or sneezing
- Surgical repair of vaginal prolapse (“Anterior repair” and “Posterior repair”)
- Vaginal hysterectomy
- Sacrospinous fixation
- Total Laparoscopic Hysterectomy
Depending on the nature of your prolapse and the anatomical defect in your pelvic floor, a combination of the above procedures may be required, in order to achieve the most optimal surgical outcome. Brisbane Prolapse specialist Dr Ken Law will also discuss important measures to minimise the recurrence of symptoms following surgery, such as cessation of smoking, treatment of chronic cough, avoiding constipation and optimisation of weight.
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If your lifestyle is being affected by urinary incontinence, click here to find out how urinary incontinence can be treated by Brisbane Incontinence specialist.
To discuss your specific situation and condition, please contact Dr Ken Law to arrange a consultation at Greenslopes Obstetrics and Gynaecology.
Experienced High-Volume Gynaecological Surgeon
Dr Ken Law has extensive training and experience in the treatment of endometriosis, ovarian cysts, and fibroids. He underwent an Advanced Laparoscopic Fellowship in Sydney (AGES), and regularly performs complex gynaecological surgeries including:
Dr Ken Law
MBBS (Hons), FRANZCOG
Dr Ken Law is a trusted Obstetrician and Gynaecologist in Brisbane with extensive experience attained in Australia and overseas.
He is a passionate Brisbane Obstetrician delivering babies at Greenslopes Maternity, offering women attentive care from conception to all stages of pregnancy and delivery.
Dr Ken Law is also a leading Brisbane Gynaecologist specialising in minimally invasive gynaecological surgery using laparoscopic (“keyhole”) and robotic technologies.