Fallopian tube prolapse after hysterectomy.

BACKGROUND

Fallopian tube prolapse is reported to most commonly occur after vaginal hysterectomy. Both diagnosis and management have varied, resulting in differing efficacies of treatment.

METHODS

We reviewed the presentation, diagnosis, management, and outcomes of 18 cases of tubal prolapse in 17 women.

RESULTS

Most cases (65%) occurred after abdominal hysterectomy. The post-hysterectomy course was complicated by cuff cellulitis in three women, an infected cuff hematoma in one, and post-extubation pulmonary edema in one; four were observed for elevated temperature only. At presentation, 44% complained of dyspareunia, 39% vaginal bleeding, 33% vaginal discharge, 28% abdominal pain, and 28% were asymptomatic. Seven women had vaginal excision (one requiring an additional abdominal procedure), three had laparotomy with salpingectomy, and seven (41%) had spontaneous disappearance of prolapsed fallopian tube without treatment.

CONCLUSIONS

In our series, tubal prolapse most commonly occurred after abdominal hysterectomy. Moreover, women with tubal prolapse may be asymptomatic, and observation alone may lead to resolution.