In the presence of an ageing population, we can expect to see a dramatic in
crease in the prevalence of genital prolapse including vault and recurrent
vaginal prolapse. The best approach for managing upper genital prolapse rem
ains controversial. We review the surgical management of genital prolapse,
with a focus on comparing the vaginal and abdominal approaches. (C) 2001 Li
ppincott Williams & Wilkins.