PFD Week 2016-Recurrent Prolapse following Transvaginal Mesh Kit Repair: Anatomy and Correction

Recurrent Prolapse following Transvaginal Mesh Kit Repair: Anatomy and Correction

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Video Summary

This video discusses the use of transvaginal mesh kits, specifically the Perigee and Apogee, for the repair of prolapse. The manufacturers claim that these kits are minimally invasive, time-efficient, and provide standardized and easily reproduced placement. The Perigee is designed to repair all types of anterior defects and provides level 2 support, while the Apogee provides apical support and level 1 support. However, in a surgical video, it is shown that in a patient with recurrent prolapse, the Perigee and Apogee did not provide sufficient support as intended. A laparoscopic sacral copalpexy was performed to address the issue. The video concludes that transvaginal mesh kits may not consistently provide the expected anatomical outcomes. No credits are granted for this transcript.

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Julie Braga, MD

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Category Education

Category Surgery - Laparoscopic Procedures

Category Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Keywords

transvaginal mesh kits

prolapse repair

minimally invasive

anatomical outcomes

laparoscopic sacral copalpexy