Urogynecology

Research on life sciences discussed by scientists at University of Oklahoma

"A 50-year-old patient presented with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and incomplete voiding, 6 years after a TVT procedure performed for stress incontinence. An attempt at cystoscopy revealed an almost complete occlusion of the urethral lumen by a urethral erosion of the polypropylene mesh. A transurethral resection was performed under tactile traction. This procedure is a minimally invasive approach that avoids the need for a transvaginal procedure," wrote L.H. Quiroz and colleagues, University of Oklahoma.

The researchers concluded: "Careful cystourethroscopy should be performed in patients presenting with new lower LUTS after TVT in order to avoid a delay in diagnosing a mesh erosion."

Quiroz and colleagues published their study in International Urogynecology Journal (Transurethral resection of tension-free vaginal tape under tactile traction. International Urogynecology Journal, 2009;20(7):873-875).

For additional information, contact L.H. Quiroz, University of Oklahoma, Dept. of Obstetrics & Gynecology, Health Science Center, 920 SL Young, WP 2430, Oklahoma City, OK 73034, USA.

Publisher contact information for the International Urogynecology Journal is: Springer London Ltd., Ashbourne House, the Guildway, Old Portsmouth Road, Artington GU3 1LP, Guildford, England.

Keywords: United States, Oklahoma City, Life Sciences, Urology, Incontinence, Surgery, Cystoscopy, Cystourethroscopy, Urinary Tract, Urogynecology, Gynecology, University of Oklahoma.

This article was prepared by Gastroenterology Week editors from staff and other reports. Copyright 2009, Gastroenterology Week via NewsRx.com.