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F Natale¹, C La Penna, M Saltari

¹Department of Urogynecology, S. Carlo-IDI Hospital, Rome, Italy. f.natale@idi.it

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Summary

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Voiding dysfunction can occur after incontinence surgery, often due to urethral hypersuspension. While usually temporary, persistent cases may require surgical intervention like urethrolysis.

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Area of Science:

Urology
Female Pelvic Medicine

Background:

Voiding dysfunction is a known complication following stress incontinence surgery.
It can manifest as obstructive or irritative lower urinary tract symptoms.
Hypersuspension of the urethra is a common cause.

Purpose of the Study:

To review the diagnosis and management of voiding dysfunction after incontinence surgery.
To discuss surgical interventions for persistent voiding dysfunction.

Main Methods:

Review of literature on voiding dysfunction post-incontinence surgery.
Discussion of diagnostic challenges, including urodynamics.
Description of surgical approaches for persistent symptoms.

Main Results:

Most voiding dysfunction is transient, resolving within weeks.
Persistent dysfunction occurs in 2-22% of cases depending on the procedure.
Surgical options like urethrolysis are available for persistent cases.

Conclusions:

Accurate history and physical examination are crucial for diagnosis.
Urodynamics have limitations in defining obstruction in women.
Surgical management, including urethrolysis, can be effective for persistent voiding dysfunction.