2003•Chinese Journal of Modern Operative SurgeryRequires access
The Tension-free Vaginal Tape Procedure in the Treatment of Female Urinary Stress Incontinence
XU Xiao-wen
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Abstract
Objective To assess the effect and safety of the tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) technique in the treatment of female urinary stress incontinence. Methods 20 cases with stress urinary incontinence were treated with TVT. Results The mean operation time was 26.5 minutes. In all cases, only 1 had a slightly urinary incontinence. All cases were followed up for 3 to 24 months ( mean 12 months), and obtained a satisfactory continence. The main complications included 1 bladder perforation without sequelae, 1 slight dysuria and 2 urinary urgency or frequent micturition. Conclusions TVT is a satisfactory technique for the surgical treatment of the female urinary stress incontinence. The advantages are facility, short operation time, minimally invasive procedure, low complication rate and prompt recovery.