Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) surgery is becoming more accessible than ever

For a long time, laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy (LSC)—a commonly performed surgery for pelvic organ prolapse—required a hospital stay of about one week. This extended hospitalization was often a barrier for many women balancing busy lives and family responsibilities.

However, things are changing.

LSC in Just 2 Nights, 3 Days

Today, some medical institutions in Japan now offer LSC with a 2-night, 3-day hospital stay, thanks to medical advancements and streamlined surgical care.

Hospitals currently providing short-stay LSC include:

• Kameda Medical Center, Department of Female Urology

• Awa Regional Medical Center

• Yotsuya Medical Cube

Here’s what the typical schedule looks like:

• Kameda and Awa Center:

Day 1 – Admission

Day 2 – Surgery, Catheter removal

Day 3 – Discharge

• Yotsuya Medical Cube:

Day 1 – Admission & Surgery

Day 2 – Catheter removal

Day 3 – Discharge

Why Not Shorter, Like Day Surgery?

Technically, it is possible to do LSC as a 1-night or even same-day procedure.

However, due to the need for pre-op orientation, testing, nursing assessments, and administrative procedures, shorter hospital stays can be difficult to implement in large hospital systems.

Safer Anesthesia and Faster Recovery

The shift toward shorter stays has been driven by safer general anesthesia and the use of laparoscopic (minimally invasive) techniques.

For example, laparoscopic inguinal hernia surgeries are now often performed as outpatient procedures, with patients going home the same day.

LSC, being similar in nature, is also heading in this direction.

Moreover, many institutions are now introducing ERAS (Enhanced Recovery After Surgery) protocols, which focus on reducing post-operative discomfort and helping patients recover faster and more comfortably.

Could Same-Day LSC Be the Future?

With ongoing medical innovation and thoughtful perioperative management, same-day discharge after LSC may one day become a reality.

This is exciting news for women who may have postponed surgery due to time or scheduling concerns.

Bringing Surgery Closer to Everyday Life

The traditional view that “surgery means long hospital stays and a lot of hassle” is being rewritten.

Women juggling work, family, and personal time no longer need to give up on treatment for pelvic organ prolapse.

We’re entering a new era where surgery is more accessible, efficient, and patient-centered.

If you’ve been putting off care because “there’s just no time,” you might be surprised to find that treatment is now much more convenient.

#PelvicOrganProlapse

#LSC

#Sacrocolpopexy

#MinimallyInvasiveSurgery

#FemaleUrology

#Urogynecology