The tension-free vaginal tape procedure: innovative surgery for incontinence

Authors
Klutke, JJ Klutke, CG
Citation
Jj. Klutke et Cg. Klutke, The tension-free vaginal tape procedure: innovative surgery for incontinence, CUR OP OBST, 13(5), 2001, pp. 529-532
Citations number
25
Categorie Soggetti
Reproductive Medicine
Journal title
CURRENT OPINION IN OBSTETRICS & GYNECOLOGY
ISSN journal
1040872X → ACNP
Volume
13
Issue
5
Year of publication
2001
Pages
529 - 532
Database
ISI
SICI code
1040-872X(200110)13:5<529:TTVTPI>2.0.ZU;2-A
Abstract
This article reviews the most recent studies of the tension-free vaginal ta pe procedure. It describes studies investigating the procedure's mechanism in correcting stress incontinence and its efficacy and morbidity. Additiona lly, the article identifies areas for future research. (C) 2001 Lippincott Williams & Wilkins.