In the POP-Q (Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification) system, Stage II prolapse is defined as:
- A Most distal prolapsed portion more than 1 cm above the hymen
- B Complete vault eversion
- C Most distal prolapsed portion within 1 cm proximal or distal to the hymenal plane ✓
- D Prolapse beyond the hymen by more than 1 cm but not complete eversion
Correct answer: C. Most distal prolapsed portion within 1 cm proximal or distal to the hymenal plane
Explanation
POP-Q staging: Stage 0 = no prolapse; Stage I = leading edge >1 cm above hymen (−1); Stage II = leading edge within 1 cm proximal or distal to hymen (−1 to +1); Stage III = >1 cm beyond hymen but not complete eversion; Stage IV = complete vault eversion. This standardized system replaced the older Baden-Walker grading.
Reference: Shaw's Textbook of Gynaecology, 17th ed.
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