Surgery
Surgery may be required for a moderate or severe cystocele. This surgery will help move the bladder into a normal position. There are a number of ways to perform this surgery, including an anterior repair. In an anterior repair, an incision (cut) is made in the wall of the vagina and the tissue that separates the bladder from the vagina is tightened.
Another option, for more severe prolapse, is to place a synthetic material with a robotic or laparoscopic approach through the abdomen. This method may give more support to the tissue and help prevent the condition from happening again.
The patient will not need to be hospitalized after the surgery. Although total recovery will take four to six weeks.
Surgeries that involve sewing the vagina shut and shortening it so it no longer bulges may also be recommended to help treat cystocele. But this is only done for women who never plan on having sexual intercourse again.