“I could feel the bulge of my prolapse and I was leaking urine. I did not want mesh or anything my body would reject. I chose VNEW. After surgery, I could tell it was better almost immediately, especially my bladder.”
Pelvic disorders are medical conditions that can be evaluated and addressed with a range of treatment options. Understanding your choices is an important part of making informed decisions about your care.
VNEW is a mesh-free option designed to support pelvic floor repair, based on your surgeon’s clinical judgment.
Explore pelvic floor anatomy. Click each area to learn more.
Expands to support pregnancy and contracts during birth; sheds its lining monthly when pregnancy does not occur.
The final part of the large intestine, located just before the anus
The vagina is a muscular, flexible canal that connects the cervix to the outside of the body and works together with surrounding tissues and pelvic floor muscles.
The tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body.
The bladder stores urine and works with pelvic floor muscles to control release.
Pelvic organ prolapse involves changes in the muscles and tissues that support pelvic organs. These changes may allow organs to shift downward and can be associated with sensations of pressure, fullness, or vaginal bulging.
Treatment options vary based on individual symptoms, preferences, and clinical evaluation. For some women, pelvic floor therapy or lifestyle modifications may be appropriate.
For others, a healthcare provider may recommend a surgical repair using a biologic option such as VNEW, based on clinical judgment.
VNEW is designed to provide structural support during pelvic floor repair procedures.
A qualified healthcare provider can help determine whether VNEW is an appropriate option for you. We can help you find a clinician who treats pelvic organ prolapse or stress urinary incontinence.
“What stands out to me about VNEW is the way it’s processed and prepared. The decellularized tissue structure and consistency make it a material I consider thoughtfully when planning pelvic floor repair, based on the needs of each case.”
FACOG, FACS
“My doctor didn’t rush the decision. We talked through different approaches, and having mesh-free options like VNEW gave me space to make a choice I felt comfortable with.”
“I have been very impressed by VNEW’s advantages over synthetic mesh and competitive biologics. It offers good handling characteristics, is easy to place, incorporates well into surrounding tissue and has a negligible exposure rate.”
FACOG, FACS, FPMRS
“It mattered to me that the materials used in my care aligned with my values. Having a mesh-free option like VNEW was an important part of the conversation I had with my surgeon.”
Common causes of pelvic organ prolapse include pregnancy, childbirth, hormonal changes after menopause, obesity, severe coughing, and straining on the toilet.
Pelvic organ prolapse occurs when weakened pelvic floor muscles allow organs like the bladder, uterus, or rectum to drop into the vaginal canal. Common symptoms include a feeling of pressure or fullness in the pelvis, difficulty emptying the bladder or bowels, discomfort during sex, and noticing a bulge at the vaginal opening.
The main types of urinary incontinence include stress incontinence, which causes leakage during actions like coughing or exercising, urge incontinence, marked by a strong sudden need to urinate, overflow incontinence, where the bladder does not empty fully and dribbling occurs, and functional incontinence, which happens when physical or cognitive challenges make it hard to reach the bathroom in time.
The main types of pelvic organ prolapse include uterine prolapse, where the uterus drops into the vaginal canal, cystocele, which involves the bladder pushing into the front vaginal wall, rectocele, where the rectum bulges into the back vaginal wall, and enterocele, which occurs when the small intestine descends toward the vagina.
Pelvic organ prolapse often appears as a soft bulge or tissue protruding at the vaginal opening, which may become more noticeable when standing or straining. Some people describe it as seeing or feeling something that looks like a small balloon or lump at the entrance of the vagina.
Before considering invasive options, there are many ways to improve SUI if its symptoms are not debilitating or serious. Specifically, consider pelvic floor exercises, lifestyle changes such as increased exercise with balanced rest, and even certain FDA-approved medications. If your stress urinary incontinence is more serious, there are many surgical options, including but not limited to urethral slings and artificial urinary sphincters.
Educational website about pelvic floor disorders. Forum for women to connect with other patients.
YouTube channel hosts a variety of patient educational videos on pelvic floor disorders.
Fact sheets designed to help you better understand your diagnosis and treatment options.
Brochure designed to help you better understand pelvic organ prolapse and treatment approaches.