Exposures, Infections, and Obstructions - Avoiding mesh complications in Urogynecology (On-Demand)-Exposures, Infections, and Obstructions - Avoiding mesh complications in Urogynecology

Exposures, Infections, and Obstructions - Avoiding mesh complications in Urogynecology

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Video Summary

The video starts with a brief exchange between the host and Dr. Gillingham before participants start joining the session. The video then transitions to Dr. Gillingham discussing various topics related to sacrocolpopexy, including mesh selection, complications such as bowel obstruction and osteomyelitis, and surgical techniques. He highlights the importance of using a lighter weight mesh to reduce the risk of complications, and discusses the option of using two separate sheets of mesh for a stronger repair. He also mentions the potential benefits and risks of mesh re-peritonealization to prevent bowel obstruction. Dr. Gillingham also shares his experiences and techniques for avoiding sacral sutures and reducing the risk of infection. The video concludes with a Q&A session where Dr. Gillingham answers questions from the audience. Overall, the video provides a comprehensive overview of sacrocolpopexy and relevant considerations for surgical technique and mesh selection.

Keywords

sacrocolpopexy

mesh selection

complications

surgical techniques

lighter weight mesh

repair

mesh re-peritonealization

avoiding sacral sutures

infection