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A rare case of bladder erosion 5 years after tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) surgery is reported. This complication, significantly impacting quality of life, required tape removal and highlights the need for late complication tracking.

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Urology
Gynecology
Surgical Complications

Background:

Tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) is a common surgical treatment for stress urinary incontinence.
The procedure involves placing a tape through the Retzius space to support the urethra.
While generally safe, late complications can occur.

Observation:

A case of bladder erosion is presented, occurring 5 years after a TVT procedure.
Initial clinical signs appeared 2 years post-operation.
The patient experienced a dramatically altered quality of life due to the complication.

Findings:

Surgical removal of the tape, which had become embedded in the bladder muscle, was necessary.
Potential contributing factors include patient-specific conditions (e.g., hysterectomy, fibrosis, Sjögren's disease) or surgical technique.
This case underscores the possibility of late-onset complications following TVT surgery.

Implications:

Late complications of TVT procedures can significantly impact patient quality of life.
Comprehensive patient history and meticulous surgical technique are crucial to minimize risks.
Establishing a national registry for late TVT complications is recommended for better data collection and analysis.