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Male slings for postprostatectomy incontinence.

R D Cespedes1, K Jacoby

  • 1Department of Urology (MCSU), Wilford Hall Medical Center, Lackland, AFB, Texas 78236, USA.

Techniques in Urology
|June 1, 2001
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Male slings using human fascia or dermis show promise for treating postprostatectomy incontinence (PPI). Early results indicate significant improvement or dryness in many patients, with minimal complications.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Surgical Innovation

Background:

  • Postprostatectomy incontinence (PPI) is a common complication following prostate cancer treatment.
  • Male slings are an emerging treatment option for PPI, with various materials and techniques available.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To provide a historical overview of male slings for PPI.
  • To describe surgical techniques for two types of human fascia or dermal slings.
  • To report early outcomes of these sling procedures.

Main Methods:

  • A review of historical sling techniques.
  • Surgical description of bladder neck slings (perineal/abdominal approach) and perineal slings (cadaveric fascia/dermis).
  • Evaluation of patient outcomes including dryness and improvement rates.

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Main Results:

  • Bladder neck slings: 7 of 9 patients achieved dryness or significant improvement.
  • Perineal slings: 81% of 58 patients were dry or significantly improved at 6 months.
  • No significant complications were reported in either group.

Conclusions:

  • Both bladder neck and perineal male slings are safe and effective for treating PPI.
  • Further long-term studies are necessary to establish the definitive role of these slings in PPI management.