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[Artificial urinary sphincter in women-too uncommon?]
H Sperling1, A Kaufmann2, I Bonn2
1Klinik für Urologie, Kliniken Maria Hilf GmbH, Viersener Str. 450, 41063, Mönchengladbach, Deutschland. herbert.sperling@mariahilf.de.
Der Urologe. Ausg. A
|October 27, 2017
Summary
Artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) devices are standard for male incontinence but underutilized in females. This review examines the options, outcomes, and critical assessment of using AUS in women for urinary incontinence.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Female Pelvic Medicine
Background:
- Artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) is a recognized treatment for male urinary incontinence.
- Its application and efficacy in female patients are less established.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the current literature on the use of artificial urinary sphincters (AUS) in women.
- To critically appraise the available options, outcomes, and challenges associated with AUS implantation in the female population.
Main Methods:
- Systematic literature search for studies reporting on AUS implantation in women.
- Analysis of data regarding surgical techniques, patient selection, efficacy, and complications.
- Critical evaluation of the evidence to date.
Main Results:
- Limited but growing evidence suggests AUS can be effective for female stress urinary incontinence.
- Various device configurations and surgical approaches exist.
- Complications and patient satisfaction rates require further investigation.
Conclusions:
- Artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) presents a viable, albeit less common, option for managing female urinary incontinence.
- Further research is needed to optimize patient selection, surgical techniques, and long-term outcomes.
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