A non-absorbable surgical implant for use in the treatment of a vaginal prolapse is provided. The implant includes a knitted mesh having a mass density of less than 25 g/m2. The knitted mesh includes a monofilament, strands formed of the monofilament, major spaces located between adjacent strands and pores located within the strands. A method of treating a vaginal prolapse with a surgical implant is also provided.
