Does the tension-free vaginal tape stay where you put it?

Article Abstract:

The tension-free vaginal tape does not appear to contract or become stiff and remains functional for up to three years, according to a study of 68 women who had this tape surgically implanted to treat urinary incontinence. Ultrasound scans showed the tape was still in place and functioning, although it had shifted its position slightly. This was thought to be caused by pelvic organ prolapse; in other words, the pelvic organs had moved, not the tape itself.

United States, Surgical Appliance and Supplies Manufacturing, Surgical appliances and supplies, General Surgical Supplies, Care and treatment, Urinary incontinence, Surgical supplies, Johnson & Johnson Medical Inc.

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Technology assessment of saline contrast hysterosonography

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Saline contrast hysterosonography (SCHS) can be used instead of hysteroscopy to examine the inside of the uterus, according to a study of 214 women. SCHS was able to visualize the uterus in 84% of the women. SCHS uses a catheter that can be inserted into the uterus. The tip of the catheter contains an small ultrasound probe. Before the procedure, the uterus is filled with a saline solution, which makes it easier to get ultrasound pictures of the uterus.

Innovations, Ultrasound imaging, Medical examination, Uterus, Toshiba Medical Systems Europe B.V.

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Complications of laparoscopy: an inquiry about closed-versus open-entry technique

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The amount of complications and the incidence of open-versus closed-entry (either by Veress needle or first trocar) technique in gynecologic laparoscopy in the Netherlands are determined. The entry-related complications in the open-entry were higher than the closed-entry technique.

Science & research, Research, Complications and side effects, Laparoscopy

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