A Comprehensive Guide to Vaginal Pessaries
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Vaginal pessaries are medical devices used for the non-surgical management of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence. This comprehensive guide covers everything you need to know about pessaries — types, sizing, care, and where to buy FDA approved pessaries in the USA.
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What Is a Vaginal Pessary?
A vaginal pessary is a removable device inserted into the vagina to provide structural support to pelvic organs that have prolapsed or dropped from their normal position. They are the most commonly recommended non-surgical treatment for pelvic organ prolapse and are prescribed by gynaecologists and pelvic floor specialists worldwide.
Types of Pessaries
There are several types of pessaries available, but the ring pessary is by far the most commonly prescribed. SciMed Store manufactures and supplies two types of ring pessaries from our San Jose, California facility:
Ring Pessary With Support
The ring pessary with support features a membrane across the centre of the ring, providing additional bladder neck support. It is recommended for patients with both pelvic organ prolapse and concurrent stress urinary incontinence. Available in sizes 0 to 8.
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Ring Pessary Without Support
The ring pessary without support is a simple ring device — the most commonly prescribed pessary for mild to moderate pelvic organ prolapse. It is easy for patients to self-manage at home. Available in sizes 0 to 9, offering the widest size range of any US supplier.
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Pessary Sizing Guide
Pessary sizing is determined by a healthcare provider during a pelvic examination. The correct size should remain in place during normal activity without causing discomfort. SciMed offers the widest size range available from any US manufacturer:
- Size 0 — 44mm (1.75 inches)
- Size 1 — 51mm (2.00 inches)
- Size 2 — 57mm (2.25 inches)
- Size 3 — 64mm (2.50 inches) — popular size
- Size 4 — 70mm (2.75 inches) — most popular size
- Size 5 — 76mm (3.00 inches) — popular size
- Size 6 — 83mm (3.25 inches)
- Size 7 — 89mm (3.50 inches)
- Size 8 — 95mm (3.75 inches)
- Size 9 — 102mm (4.00 inches) — without support only
How to Care for Your Pessary
Wash with mild soap and warm water before and after each use. To sterilize, boil in clean water for 3 to 5 minutes. Store in a clean, dry container. Do not use alcohol or harsh chemicals.
Where to Buy FDA Approved Pessaries in the USA
SciMed Store is a California-based in-house manufacturer of FDA approved ring pessaries. We manufacture our pessaries in San Jose, California and ship directly to patients and healthcare providers across all 50 US states. No middlemen. No import markups. Same day dispatch on orders placed before 2PM PST.