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Perineoplasty during prolapse surgery increases urinary retention risk. Immediate postoperative pain was not significantly different. Discuss risks and benefits with patients.

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  • Urogynecology
  • Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery

Background:

  • Perineoplasty is frequently performed during pelvic reconstructive surgery.
  • Data on immediate postoperative complications following perineoplasty are limited.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the association between perineoplasty and immediate postoperative complications, specifically urinary retention and pain, in patients undergoing vaginal prolapse surgery.

Main Methods:

  • A retrospective cohort study analyzed 715 patients undergoing vaginal native tissue repair for pelvic organ prolapse between 2014-2023.
  • Complications, including postoperative urinary retention and visual analogue scale pain scores, were compared between patients who underwent perineoplasty (n=281) and those who did not.
  • Multivariate and univariate analyses were performed.

Main Results:

  • Patients undergoing perineoplasty were significantly more likely to experience postoperative urinary retention (30.2% vs. 19.1%, p < 0.01).
  • No statistically significant difference in immediate postoperative pain was observed between the groups.

Conclusions:

  • Perineoplasty performed concurrently with vaginal prolapse surgery is associated with an increased risk of postoperative urinary retention.
  • Surgeons should counsel patients on the potential risks and benefits of perineoplasty.