PFD Week 2018-Tips and Tricks: Diagnosis and Management of Midurethral Sling Mesh Complications

Tips and Tricks: Diagnosis and Management of Midurethral Sling Mesh Complications

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Video Summary

This video provides tips and tricks for diagnosing and managing complications related to midurethral sling mesh. Midurethral slings are commonly used for stress urinary incontinence treatment, but complications can occur. The video advises conducting a thorough history and physical exam. A clear plastic self-illuminating speculum can help visualize mesh exposure. Rectal exams and cystoscopy are recommended for evaluating complications. Two case studies are presented, highlighting different complications and their surgical management. Minimally invasive approaches are often successful for mesh removal. The video concludes by emphasizing the importance of a thorough history and focal tenderness examination for diagnosing mesh complications.

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Joseph Panza, MD

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Category Complications

Category Surgery - Incontinence Procedures

Keywords

midurethral sling mesh

complications

diagnosing

managing

tips and tricks