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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Medical Devices
  • Surgical Techniques

Background:

  • The artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) has been a treatment for incontinence since 1973.
  • It is a widely accepted therapy, especially for male patients.
  • Experience with over 600 devices informs this review.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review the authors' extensive experience with artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) devices.
  • To discuss practical surgical considerations and revision strategies.
  • To report on technical lessons learned from a large series of AUS implantations.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective review of over 600 artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) device cases.
  • Description of the authors' routine surgical approach.
  • Analysis of surgical techniques and revision procedures.

Main Results:

  • The artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) has a long history of use since 1973.
  • The authors have accumulated significant experience with over 600 AUS devices.
  • Practical surgical points and lessons learned are detailed.

Conclusions:

  • The artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) remains a key therapy for male incontinence.
  • Surgical technique and experience are crucial for successful AUS implantation and revision.
  • This review offers valuable insights for managing AUS devices.