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Should an Anti-incontinence Procedure Be Routinely Performed at the Time of Pelvic Organ Prolapse Repair? An Evidence-based Review

Author: Humphrey O. Atiemo

Published in: Current Urology Reports | Issue 5/2010

Abstract

The concept of prophylactic anti-incontinence surgery for women undergoing prolapse repair has been a popular and controversial debate in recent years. This article provides an evidence-based review of the current literature to determine the proper evaluation of the patient with prolapse, the predictive quality of preoperative urodynamics, and the selection of the appropriate anti-incontinence procedure. Based on this review, the midurethral sling predominates as the procedure of choice; however, there is poor evidence to suggest that routine usage of a prophylactic sling is warranted in treatment of the patient with pelvic organ prolapse.

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Title: Should an Anti-incontinence Procedure Be Routinely Performed at the Time of Pelvic Organ Prolapse Repair? An Evidence-based Review
Author: Humphrey O. Atiemo
Publication date: 01-09-2010
Publisher: Current Science Inc.
Published in: Current Urology Reports / Issue 5/2010
Print ISSN: 1527-2737
Electronic ISSN: 1534-6285
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s11934-010-0123-7

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Should an Anti-incontinence Procedure Be Routinely Performed at the Time of Pelvic Organ Prolapse Repair? An Evidence-based Review

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