Fractional Pixel CO2 laser treatment for decubitus ulcer in advanced pelvic organ prolapse: a case report

Abstract

Objective: Cervicovaginal decubitus ulceration is a complication of advanced pelvic organ prolapse that is very difficult to manage. Here, we report on the effectiveness of fractional CO2 laser treatment for a wide decubitus ulcer over an apical vaginal vault prolapse.

Methods: We report a case of a postmenopausal woman with a wide decubitus ulcer over a vaginal vault prolapse. A fractional microablative CO2 Pixel laser system (Alma Lasers, Cesarea, Israel), equipped with an appropriate probe for the vulva, was used to treat the ulceration of a 78-year-old patient across three laser sessions with 30-day intervals.

Results: A significant improvement in the decubitus ulcer was noted in a check-up held 2 months after the final laser session, with approximately 95% wound healing observed. No side effects were reported during or after the laser therapy.

Conclusions: This case demonstrates that fractional Pixel CO2 laser treatment is a viable option for managing decubitus ulcers before definitive surgery in postmenopausal women with advanced pelvic organ prolapse.