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International Urogynecology Journal
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal 3/2021

01-03-2021 | Stress Incontinence | Editorial

Midurethral sling surgery for stress urinary incontinence: an Asian perspective footnote from the Pan-Asia meeting

Authors: Tsia-Shu Lo, Yiap Loong Tan

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Issue 3/2021

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In the 1990s, gynecologic surgeons began the widespread use of mid-urethral slings (MUS) for the surgical treatment of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) [1]. These minimally invasive procedures involved surgical placement of narrow, synthetic polypropylene tape beneath the mid-urethra and via dynamic support prevents urinary leakage [1, 2]. While non-surgical intervention such as pelvic floor muscle training is recommended as initial management, many women prefer surgical treatment to alleviate the symptoms of stress urinary incontinence and their effect on their quality of life. …
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Metadata
Title
Midurethral sling surgery for stress urinary incontinence: an Asian perspective footnote from the Pan-Asia meeting
Authors
Tsia-Shu Lo
Yiap Loong Tan
Publication date
01-03-2021
Publisher
Springer International Publishing
Published in
International Urogynecology Journal / Issue 3/2021
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-020-04416-z

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