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Transvaginal Mesh Insertion in the Ovine Model
Published on: July 27, 2017
Insertion and removal of vaginal mesh for pelvic organ prolapse
Tyler M Muffly1, Matthew D Barber
1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Center for Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery, Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women's Health Institute, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio, USA.
Abstract:
A variety of surgical meshes are available to correct pelvic organ prolapse. This article discusses benefits and risks of vaginal mesh use. Emphasis is placed on the appropriate surgical technique to improve outcomes and minimize mesh complications. Placement options are reviewed with the discussion of self-tailored mesh, trocar-based mesh kits, and non-trocar mesh kits. This article also reviews the management of mesh complications including the technique for mesh removal.
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