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International Urogynecology Journal
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal 7/2018

01-07-2018 | IUJ Video

Laparoscopic implantation of electrodes for bilateral neuromodulation of the pudendal nerves and S3 nerve roots for treating pelvic pain and voiding dysfunction

Authors: Adrienne L. K. Li, Renato Marques, Acary Oliveira, Laise Veloso, Manoel J. B. C. Girão, Nucelio Lemos

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Issue 7/2018

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Abstract

Introduction and Hypothesis

The objective of this video is to describe the technique for laparoscopic implantation of electrodes for bilateral neuromodulation of S3 and pudendal nerves. We report a successful case of a 48-year-old woman with spina bifida occulta referred with a 14-year history of intense acyclic pelvic pain, urinary hesitancy, and intermittent flow refractory to various conservative measures.

Methods

The procedure began with the removal of two previously placed InterStims. A quadripolar electrode was then laparoscopically inserted into Alcock’s canal and attached to the pelvic pectineal line. Another lead was placed juxtaneurally to S3. Lead contacts were then exteriorized, and the peritoneum closed. The same procedure was then performed on the contralateral side. The leads were connected to a 16-pole rechargeable pulse generator. Postoperatively, the patient developed an acute dissection and partial thrombosis of the external iliac artery, which was treated endovascularly.

Results

Complete pain resolution was observed with simultaneous S3 and pudendal stimulation, with pudendal stimulation turned off for voiding.

Conclusions

We conclude that laparoscopic implantation of neuromodulation electrodes allows simultaneous stimulation of S3 and pudendal nerves, providing more programming options and possibly increasing success rates in complex pelvic floor dysfunction cases.
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Metadata
Title
Laparoscopic implantation of electrodes for bilateral neuromodulation of the pudendal nerves and S3 nerve roots for treating pelvic pain and voiding dysfunction
Authors
Adrienne L. K. Li
Renato Marques
Acary Oliveira
Laise Veloso
Manoel J. B. C. Girão
Nucelio Lemos
Publication date
01-07-2018
Publisher
Springer London
Published in
International Urogynecology Journal / Issue 7/2018
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-017-3411-7

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