Can the surgery also be performed on an outpatient basis?
Outpatient surgery for uterine prolapse is not a common procedure, although it cannot be ruled out that there are isolated clinics that perform this operation on an outpatient basis. The standard is a short hospital stay of a few days, which is reasonable, because it allows a quick reaction to incontinence or other complications of the operation. In addition, there is a risk of bleeding in the pelvic area after an operation. Although this is low, it cannot be completely ruled out and can best be monitored in an inpatient environment.
How long are you on sick leave?
The duration of the sick leave depends on the individual healing process after the surgery.Usually, however, this is not very complicated, so that work can be resumed within a few days after discharge. However, care should be taken to ensure that no heavy objects are lifted in the first few weeks after the operation and that prolonged standing should be avoided. If the job includes such activities, a longer sick leave may be necessary in order not to negatively influence the healing process.
