Gellhorn Pessary
Gellhorn Pessary
SKU: BA-GDXThe Gellhorn pessary with drains is used to relieve the symptoms of cystocele as well as a second or third-degree uterine prolapse. This pessary’s stem with knob is easily folded to facilitate insertion and removal.
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Pessary Fitting, Specifications and Procedures
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Practitioners: Your professional license is required to order this product. This item will only ship with a valid, verified medical license number which must be provided at the time of order.
Patients: Patients may purchase this product provided they have a valid prescription from their referring physician. To ensure accuracy, the prescription must include a valid date (within 30 days of ordering) as well as the type and size of pessary needed. This item will not ship until the prescription is received by CMT.
The Gellhorn pessary is a vaginal prosthesis that has evolved over centuries to become an effective medical device to relieve the stress of uterine or bladder prolapse, cystocele, rectocele, and often improves the symptoms of urinary incontinence.
Pessaries are distributed in a variety of styles, shapes, and sizes. They are perfectly safe, effective, and comfortable for long term usage.
The contraindication for pessaries is acute genital tract infections, pelvic infections, or noncompliant patients.
The CPT Code Descriptor: 57160: Fitting and insertion of pessary or other intravaginal support device