PFD Week 2016-Autologous Suburethral Sling Using the Tensor Fascia Lata

Autologous Suburethral Sling Using the Tensor Fascia Lata

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Video Summary

The video discusses stress urinary incontinence, which is involuntary urine leakage with physical activity. The primary cause is a loss of urethral support. Conservative management includes pelvic floor muscle training and pessaries. However, if these fail, a mid-urethral sling surgery is recommended. Studies have shown that autologous fascial slings can be effective for patients who have experienced mesh failure, with success rates of 70-91%. These slings have better outcomes compared to porcine slings and are comparable to mesh slings. However, the longer operating times and hospitalizations limit their use as a second-line treatment for those who have failed mesh slings. The video provides a case study of a patient who underwent autologous fascial sling surgery with positive results. Overall, autologous fascial slings are a viable option for women who have not responded well to previous slings.

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Meagan Cramer, MD

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Category Urinary Incontinence

Category Surgery - Incontinence Procedures

Keywords

stress urinary incontinence

urethral support

autologous fascial slings

mesh failure

case study