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Health Encyclopedia: Urinary Incontinence Surgery

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There are nearly 200 procedures for incontinence. Most are designed to restore the bladder neck and urethra to their anatomically correct positions in patients with stress incontinence.

The American Urological Association suggests that surgery should actually be considered as initial therapy for women with severe stress incontinence. It is an effective and safe alternative when conservative treatments fail. Many of the procedures are safe even for women up to 80 years old who do not have s...

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Enlarged Prostate Treatment: Green Light PVP

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...have a dramatic increase in the flow of their urine post-procedurally, and this is usually seen... Read more »

14 Questions To Ask A Surgeon BEFORE Surgery

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...I can get a second opinion? 12. How long is the recovery process? 13. What will the recovery... Read more »

Patient Factors that Affect Surgery Outcomes

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...Share your experiences by leaving a comment below or posting on the RA message boards. Read more »

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...control and erectile dysfunction after surgery, the recovery process and what to expect after... Read more »

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Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Other Treatments

...greater risk for this complication. An irrigation system that uses a mechanical valve may reduce the risk.Postoperative Catheterization. A Foley catheter generally remains in place for 3 - 5 days... Read more »

Prostate removal

...urination. Convalescence Hospital stay for open prostatectomy is about 4 to 7 days. Complete recovery from surgery can take 3 weeks. Drink plenty of fluids to help flush fluids through... Read more »

Bypass Surgery Patient Guide: Heart Bypass Information

...associated with anesthesia. These can include adverse reactions to medication and breathing problems. Postoperative pneumonia and wound infection also are common complications arising from... Read more »

Enlarged Prostate Treatment

...symptoms. Many options are available. They include drug therapies, minimally invasive procedures, and major surgery.Choosing Between Treatment and Watchful WaitingThe choice between watchful... Read more »

Carpal Tunnel Syndrome: Surgery

...area (unlike endoscopy, which is viewed on a monitor). The mini-open approach may allow for quicker recovery while avoiding some of the complications of endoscopy, although few studies have... Read more »

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