Utilization of apical vaginal support procedures at time of inpatient hysterectomy performed for benign conditions: a national estimate

Apical vaginal support is considered the keystone of pelvic organ support. Level I evidence supports reestablishment of apical support at time of hysterectomy, regardless of whether the hysterectomy is performed for prolapse. National rates of apical support procedure performance at time of inpatient hysterectomy have not been well described.We sought to estimate trends and factors associated with use of apical support procedures at time of...