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The artificial urinary sphincter: review and progress.

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  • 1Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, TX 77030.

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|August 1, 1988
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Artificial sphincters offer hope for individuals with total urinary incontinence, a severe condition often resulting from prostate cancer surgery or neurological issues. This device can restore urinary control and improve quality of life.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Medical Devices

Background:

  • Urinary incontinence, particularly total incontinence, significantly impacts social life due to odor and continuous urine loss.
  • Causes include radical prostatectomy for prostate cancer, urethral injury, and neurogenic bladder dysfunction.
  • Severe cases may involve urethral obstruction or spastic sphincter dysfunction.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the artificial sphincter as a solution for severe urinary incontinence.
  • To discuss the management of patients with total urinary incontinence and obstructed voiding.

Main Methods:

  • Review of conditions leading to total urinary incontinence.
  • Discussion of artificial sphincter implantation for urinary control.
  • Exploration of surgical alternatives and reconstructive options.

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Main Results:

  • Artificial sphincters provide a viable option for restoring urinary control in severe incontinence.
  • Reconstructive surgery or sphincter ablation can address voiding dysfunction.
  • Implantation of an artificial sphincter can lead to complete rehabilitation.

Conclusions:

  • The artificial sphincter offers a significant improvement in quality of life for patients with total urinary incontinence.
  • Management strategies should address the underlying causes and aim for restored urinary function.