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The impact of TVT on sexual function
Swati Jha1, Stephen Radley, Andrew Farkas
1Birmingham Women's Hospital, Metchley Park Road, Birmingham, B15 2TG, UK. swatijha83@hotmail.com
International Urogynecology Journal and Pelvic Floor Dysfunction
|October 22, 2008
Summary
The tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) procedure significantly improves sexual function in women with stress urinary incontinence. Post-procedure, women reported fewer issues with incontinence during sex, reduced anxiety, and an overall better sex life.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Gynecology
- Sexual Medicine
Background:
- Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) significantly impacts women's quality of life.
- Sexual dysfunction is a common but often underreported consequence of SUI.
Purpose of the Study:
- To evaluate the effect of the tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) procedure on female sexual function.
- To assess changes in specific aspects of sexual health, including incontinence during intercourse, anxiety, and overall sexual satisfaction.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire-based study involving 100 women undergoing TVT for SUI.
- Assessment of sexual function using a validated pelvic floor symptoms questionnaire preoperatively and 3 months postoperatively.
Main Results:
- Preoperatively, 68% of women reported incontinence during intercourse.
- Post-TVT, significant reductions were observed in orgasm incontinence, penetration incontinence, anxiety related to bladder issues during sex, and avoidance of intercourse.
- Overall sexual life quality improved significantly after the TVT procedure.
Conclusions:
- The tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) procedure is effective in improving sexual function in women with stress urinary incontinence.
- TVT alleviates various sexual concerns, including incontinence during sex, anxiety, and avoidance, leading to enhanced overall sexual well-being.
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