Rates of Pessary Self-Care and the Characteristics of Patients Who Perform it

Abstract

Only one third of patients who use a pessary chose to perform self-care. Patients who use self-care are younger, premenopausal, sexually active, and have lower degrees of prolapse. These data can help educate patients on the characteristics more often seen in those choosing self-care. This study highlights the importance of further exploring pessary care preferences and using this information for counseling.