Rectocele repair in Korea

How rectocele repair works at Podo

Pelvic ligament suspension surgery was developed by Dr. Mo Hyung-jin, the clinic's medical director. A patent application for the technique has been filed with the Korean Intellectual Property Office. The technique restores pelvic support by re-anchoring the patient's own lax pelvic ligaments. It is used for stress urinary incontinence, cystocele, rectocele and uterine prolapse.

A conventional posterior repair (posterior colporrhaphy) folds and stitches the stretched wall between the vagina and the rectum. Pelvic ligament suspension addresses the supports that let the wall bulge forward, re-anchoring them so the posterior wall is held rather than only tightened. The perineal body is assessed at the same time.

Rectocele often coexists with cystocele or uterine descent. The examination tells us which compartments are involved.

The six steps

1. 01 Consultation and posterior wall assessment
   Examination of the back wall and the perineal body, a review of bowel habits and any need to press on the perineum to empty, and vaginal endoscopy imaging. Ultrasound checks whether the bladder or uterus has also descended.
2. 02 Pre-operative check-up
   Blood tests, urine analysis and a review of medications. We start a stool-softening plan before surgery so the first bowel movements afterwards are easy.
3. 03 Anesthesia
   Planned for the procedure and for you under the clinic's four-step protocol.
4. 04 Posterior repair with ligament suspension
   Performed in the clinic's operating room. The supports of the back wall are re-anchored.
5. 05 Recovery suite
   Overnight in a private single-occupancy suite. Sitting is more comfortable on a soft surface for the first days; we show you how.
6. 06 Check-up and documents
   We confirm bowel function is comfortable before you travel. Discharge instructions in English, insurance documents, and the 24-hour nurse line.

Anesthesia follows a four-step protocol tailored to the procedure and the patient. Tell us about previous anesthesia experiences and current medications during pre-consultation.

Recovery and flying home

No overnight stay is usually needed.

Most patients are cleared to fly after None days.

• Day 0Surgery, then overnight in your recovery suite. Expect soreness at the back of the vagina and perineum.
• Day 1Discharge check. Walking is encouraged; sit on a soft surface.
• Days 2–7Keep stools soft with fluids, fibre and the stool softener provided. Do not strain; do not hold back a bowel movement. Short walks.
• Check-upFollow-up check-up, then travel home when we confirm healing. Bring a small cushion for the flight.
• Weeks 2–6No heavy lifting, intercourse or strenuous exercise until cleared. Soft stools remain the priority for six weeks.

Recovery rooms are private single-occupancy suites. Patients have a 24-hour nurse contact line after surgery. Results and recovery vary from person to person.

Cost

We provide a written estimate after consultation. Published price ranges will appear here once confirmed.

What is included

• Surgery and operating room
• Anesthesia
• One night in a recovery suite
• Follow-up check-up before departure
• Insurance claim documents

We prepare the documents international insurers typically require: an itemized English receipt, a medical certificate, procedure codes and a completed claim form. Whether a procedure is reimbursed depends on your policy; we provide documentation, not coverage decisions.

For international patients

Consultations are available in English. We prepare the documents international insurers typically require: an itemized English receipt, a medical certificate, procedure codes and a completed claim form. Payment can be made by international credit card. Your written plan gives the number of days to allow in Seoul. Tell us in your first message how you empty your bowel and whether you have had a previous repair; it changes how we plan the operation.