abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:We describe the rationale and methodology for a study comparing mind-body treatment and pharmacotherapy in women with urgency urinary incontinence (UUI). To explore brain associations in UUI, a subset of patients will also undergo functional magnetic resonance imaging (fMRI). We hypothesize ...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Komesu YM,Rogers RG,Sapien RE,Schrader RM,Simmerman-Sierra T,Mayer AR,Ketai LH

更新日期：2017-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:The concept of genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) was recently introduced and has been gaining widespread use. While some justifications for its introduction are straightforward, others may be questionable. Numerous unspecific symptoms and signs were included in the definition of the syndrome, but the minimum n...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Vieira-Baptista P,Marchitelli C,Haefner HK,Donders G,Pérez-López F

更新日期：2017-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Rectovaginal fistula (RVF) is an abnormal epithelium-lined connection between the rectum and vagina. The primary effective treatment is surgical repair, but recurrence remains a challenge. Magnetic compression anastomosis (MCA), an alternative to suturing, has been developed to generate an a...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： She ZF,Yan XP,Ma F,Wang HH,Yang H,Shi AH,Wang L,Qi X,Xiao B,Zou YL,Lv Y

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Polypropylene is a base polymer used in biomaterial applications, including sutures and mesh products, for the treatment of pelvic organ prolapse, stress urinary incontinence, and hernia repairs. Previous studies have dismissed the value of formulation additives employed in polypropylene, an...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Thames SF,White JB,Ong KL

更新日期：2017-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:The Patient Global Impression of Improvement (PGI-I) and International Consultation of Incontinence Questionnaire - Short Form (ICIQ-SF) are validated instruments for the assessment of patient reported outcome measures (PROM) following treatment of stress urinary incontinence (SUI). However,...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Karmakar D,Mostafa A,Abdel-Fattah M

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:In the developed world, urethrovaginal fistulas are most the likely the result of iatrogenic injury. These fistulas are quite rare. Proper surgical repair requires careful dissection and tension-free closure. The objective of this video is to demonstrate the identification and surgical corre...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Clifton MM,Goldman HB

更新日期：2017-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:To examine changes in sexual function after abdominal and transvaginal pelvic organ prolapse repair. METHODS:Women enrolled in our prospective, longitudinal prolapse database with abdominal sacrocolpopexy (ASC) or transvaginal (TVR) pelvic organ prolapse (POP) repair with or without mesh, b...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Gupta P,Payne J,Killinger KA,Ehlert M,Bartley J,Gilleran J,Boura JA,Sirls LT

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:The aim of this study was to investigate patient-reported goals after a tension-free vaginal tape operation for stress urinary incontinence and the correlation with postoperative incontinence. METHODS:A prospective study involving 70 women was carried out. Preoperatively, patients completed...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Glavind K,Bjørk J,Kousgaard S

更新日期：2016-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:In July 2011, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA) issued a safety communication regarding serious complications associated with surgical mesh for pelvic organ prolapse, prompting increased media and public attention. This study sought to analyze internet search activity and news article volume after ...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Stone BV,Forde JC,Levit VB,Lee RK,Te AE,Chughtai B

更新日期：2016-11-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:The true incidence of obstetric anal sphincter injuries (OASI) among Asian primigravida is not known. This study aimed to evaluate OASI in Sri Lankan primigravida. METHODS:One hundred and one consecutive primigravida in their last trimester were recruited from antenatal clinics at a tertiar...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Wickramasinghe DP,Senaratne S,Senanayake H,Samarasekera DN

更新日期：2016-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Bladder pain syndrome is a difficult condition to treat. The purpose of this systematic review is to assess the effectiveness of various complementary therapies available for treatment. METHODS:This review was conducted in adherence with Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews. Cit...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Verghese TS,Riordain RN,Champaneria R,Latthe PM

更新日期：2016-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:Cervicovaginal decubitus ulceration is a well-known complication of advanced pelvic organ prolapse (POP). There is no consensus for its management. This case series describes the outcome of using repeated vaginal packs soaked with oestrogen cream to reduce POP and promote decubitus ulcer healing. We aimed ...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Abdullah B,Khong SY,Tan PC

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Modern classifications of pelvic floor movements are based on pelvic floor assessment in a static midsagittal plane. This study presents a new and potentially useful 3D noninvasive tool for studying pelvic floor mobility in women with pelvic organ prolapse (POP). MATERIALS AND METHODS:Thirt...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Kasyan GR,Tupikina NV,Pushkar DY

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:To estimate the incidence rates of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) surgery among Finnish women from 1987 to 2009 by age, and to evaluate the trends in SUI surgery. METHODS:We conducted a retrospective register-based study. All SUI procedures on adult women over age 18 years in Finland wer...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Kurkijärvi K,Aaltonen R,Gissler M,Mäkinen J

更新日期：2016-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:The objective was to report patterns of sling and transvaginal mesh-related complications using the IUGA/ICS classification of prosthesis-related complications. METHODS:This was a retrospective chart review of all patients who underwent surgical removal of sling, transvaginal mesh, and sacr...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Miklos JR,Chinthakanan O,Moore RD,Mitchell GK,Favors S,Karp DR,Northington GM,Nogueiras GM,Davila GW

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Jorge and Wexner devised a questionnaire for anal incontinence (AI), known as the Wexner scale (WS). Specific validated questionnaires are essential for the assessment of symptom severity. The objective was to accomplish the cultural adaptation and validation of the Portuguese version of the...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Fonseca AM,Meinberg MF,Lucas DV,Monteiro MV,Figueiredo EM,Fonseca L,Filho AL

更新日期：2016-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Many adult women have resident urinary bacteria (urinary microbiome/microbiota). In adult women affected by urinary urgency incontinence (UUI), the etiologic and/or therapeutic role of the urinary microbiome/microbiota remains unknown. We hypothesized that microbiome/microbiota characteristi...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Thomas-White KJ,Hilt EE,Fok C,Pearce MM,Mueller ER,Kliethermes S,Jacobs K,Zilliox MJ,Brincat C,Price TK,Kuffel G,Schreckenberger P,Gai X,Brubaker L,Wolfe AJ

更新日期：2016-05-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:In order to assess the outcome following surgery for urinary incontinence (UI) and pelvic organ prolapse (POP) the importance of patient-reported outcome measures, in addition to the clinical objective measures, has been recognised. The International Consultation on Incontinence has initiate...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Larsen MD,Lose G,Guldberg R,Gradel KO

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:High levels of androgens increase muscle mass. Due to the characteristics of hyperandrogenism in polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), it is plausible that women with PCOS may have increased pelvic floor muscle (PFM) thickness and neuromuscular activity levels compared with controls. The aim of this study was ...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Vassimon FI,Ferreira CH,Martins WP,Ferriani RA,Batista RL,Bo K

更新日期：2016-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：:There was an oversight in the Authorship of a recent Images in Urogynecology article titled: Rectocutaneous fistula with transmigration of the suture: a rare delayed complication of vault fixation with the sacrospinous ligament (DOI 10.1007/ s00192-015-2823-5). We would like to include Adj A/P Han How Chuan’s name in ...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Kadam PD,Chuan HH

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Intravesical onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox®) is effective for idiopathic overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms. Our primary objective was to compare the efficacy of onabotulinumtoxinA for women with de novo OAB after midurethral sling (MUS) surgery and women with idiopathic OAB. METHODS:Women enrol...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Miotla P,Futyma K,Cartwright R,Bogusiewicz M,Skorupska K,Markut-Miotla E,Rechberger T

更新日期：2016-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:There are few direct comparisons between the first-generation trocar-guided and the second-generation single-incision mesh systems in the treatment of anterior pelvic organ prolapse (POP). Hence, the purpose of this retrospective review was to compare 18-month operative success in female pat...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Rogowski A,Bienkowski P,Tarwacki D,Szafarowska M,Samochowiec J,Sienkiewicz-Jarosz H,Jerzak M,Baranowski W

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:We describe our experience with evaluating the ideal management of female paraurethral leiomyomas from imaging to surgery and follow-up. METHODS:Between January 2009 and January 2012, we treated six women (age range 32-49 years) affected by paraurethral leiomyoma of different sizes. RESULTS:All the six p...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Migliari R,Buffardi A,Mosso L

更新日期：2015-12-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:The aim of this study was to look for possible predictors preoperatively for the development of de novo stress urinary incontinence (SUI) in urodynamically continent women who underwent pelvic reconstructive surgery (PRS). MATERIALS AND METHODS:Medical records of 637 continent women who und...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Lo TS,Bt Karim N,Nawawi EA,Wu PY,Nusee Z

更新日期：2015-09-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:The high uterosacral vault suspension (HUVS) is a vaginal approach for treating apical prolapse that provides shorter operative and recovery times and is associated with lower morbidity rates. Success rates reported for this technique are comparable with the abdominal sacrocolpopexy (SCP); h...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Rondini C,Braun H,Alvarez J,Urzúa MJ,Villegas R,Wenzel C,Descouvieres C

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Missing data is frequently observed in clinical trials; high rates of missing data may jeopardize trial outcome validity. PURPOSE:We determined the rates of missing data over time, by type of data collected and compared demographic and clinical factors associated with missing data among wom...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Brubaker L,Litman HJ,Kim HY,Zimmern P,Dyer K,Kusek JW,Richter HE,Stoddard A,Urinary Incontinence Treatment Network.

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Urinary incontinence (UI) is common among the elderly, but the literature is sparse on the surgical treatment of UI among the elderly. This systematic review aims to assess the effectiveness of surgical interventions as treatment for urinary incontinence in the elderly population ≥65 years o...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Franzen K,Andersson G,Odeberg J,Midlöv P,Samuelsson E,Stenzelius K,Hammarström M

更新日期：2015-08-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:The objective was to compare vaginal and clitoral sensory thresholds in women with pelvic organ prolapse and women with normal pelvic anatomy. METHODS:Quantitative sensory thresholds for warm, cold, and vibratory sensations were measured at the vagina and clitoral area of women with pelvic ...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Gruenwald I,Mustafa S,Gartman I,Lowenstein L

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:The prevalence of levator avulsion after vaginal delivery ranges from 10 to 30 %. To our knowledge, no previous studies have used anorectal manometry (AM) to assess this injury's impact on the functionality of the anal sphincter complex. We hypothesized that women with levator avulsion have ...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Guedea MA,Zambrano JL,Fons JB,Viana LJ,Linaje BO,Milio JÁ

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:To evaluate the efficacy and safety of the intravesical injection of Chinese botulinum toxin A (BTX-A) in patients with interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS). METHODS:Between January 2003 and June 2013, 124 women with IC/BPS were studied. Of these 124 patients, 66 were treate...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Gao Y,Liao L

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Walking speed and carrying technique affect intra-abdominal pressure (IAP) in women. In this study, we tested the feasibility of monitoring IAP outside the laboratory environment and compared IAP while study participants were (1) carrying 13.6 kg (similar to a 3-month old in car seat) in six...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Coleman TJ,Hamad NM,Shaw JM,Egger MJ,Hsu Y,Hitchcock R,Jin H,Choi CK,Nygaard IE

更新日期：2015-07-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:The aim of our study was to assess the interobserver and intraobserver reliability as well as the content and construct validity of the FIGO prolapse assessment scoring system (FASS). METHODS:Women with and without (controls) symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) attending gynaecology out...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Digesu GA,Swift S,Puccini F,Manonai J,Khullar V,Fernando R,Ortiz OC,Salvatore S

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：:We report a case of vesicocervical fistula following intrauterine device (Lippes loop) erosion following insertion 45 years ago. Vesicocervical fistula was suspected clinically. Ultrasound and magnetic resonance imaging confirmed the presence of a foreign body. Biopsy and magnetic resonance imaging were performed to r...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Magudapathi C,Manickam R,Thangavelu K

更新日期：2015-06-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Evidence suggests that OAB (overactive bladder) can occur alongside disorders of the colon, such as irritable bowel syndrome (IBS). Moreover, patients with constipation are more likely to develop OAB symptoms than those without. Anticholinergic medications (AcH) are commonly used for treatin...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Bulchandani S,Toozs-Hobson P,Parsons M,McCooty S,Perkins K,Latthe P

更新日期：2015-04-01 00:00:00

abstract：OBJECTIVE:The aim of this study was to assess the incidence of de novo stress urinary incontinence (SUI) and sonographic features of implanted transvaginal mesh in continent women treated with Elevate(™) anterior/apical [single-incision mesh (SIM-A)] or Perigee(™) [transvaginal mesh with sacrospinous fixation (TVM + SS...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Lo TS,Bt Karim N,Cortes EF,Wu PY,Lin YH,Tan YL

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：:A pubic cartilaginous cyst is a rare condition and is considered a result of degenerative changes in the symphysis pubis, mainly described in elderly multiparous women. There are only a few reported cases in the literature, and patients presented most frequently with a painful vaginal/vulvar mass. This case report is ...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Elmelund M,Thind P,Klarskov N

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Botulinum toxin-A (BoNT-A) is a potent neurotoxin that is an effective treatment for patients with pharmacologically refractory detrusor overactivity (DO). Data assessing the effectiveness of trigonal BoNT-A are limited. This study evaluates adverse events (AEs) and short-term efficacy assoc...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Davis NF,Burke JP,Redmond EJ,Elamin S,Brady CM,Flood HD

更新日期：2015-03-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:The aim was to determine factors associated with performing concurrent apical support procedures in hysterectomies carried out for uterovaginal prolapse. METHODS:Hysterectomies performed for uterovaginal prolapse from 2000 to 2010 were identified by ICD-9 codes. Uterovaginal prolapse was a ...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Kantartzis KL,Turner LC,Shepherd JP,Wang L,Winger DG,Lowder JL

更新日期：2015-02-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION:InTone(TM) (InControl Medical) is a nonimplanted vaginal device providing biofeedback and electrical stimulation of pelvic floor muscles. The purpose of this study was to assess its efficacy and usability for treating urinary incontinence (UI). METHODS:Women with UI (stress, urge, mixed) were recruited fo...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Guralnick ML,Kelly H,Engelke H,Koduri S,O'Connor RC

更新日期：2015-01-01 00:00:00

abstract：INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS:Postpartum urinary retention (PUR) is a well-known condition after childbirth. Often clinicians assume that this condition is transient, either through belief or by not being aware that its occurrence as measurement of post-void residual volume (PVRV) is often not routine. However, long last...

journal_title：International urogynecology journal

authors： Mulder FE,Hakvoort RA,Schoffelmeer MA,Limpens J,Van der Post JA,Roovers JP

更新日期：2014-12-01 00:00:00