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Artificial Sphincter Bowel Major Surgery
Artificial sphincter (AUS) - urinary
Risks
This procedure is generally safe. Ask your doctor about these possible complications.
Risks for any surgery are:
- Infection at the site of the incision
- Opening of the incision
- Blood clots in the legs that may travel to the lungs
Breathing problems Bleeding - Other infection
Risks for this surgery may include:
- Damage to the urethra, bladder, or vagina
- Difficulty emptying your bladder, which may require a catheter
- Urine leakage that may get worse
- Failure,...
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