International Urogynecology Journal OnlineFirst articles

29.11.2018 | Review Article

Interventions to reduce morbidity from vault hematoma following vaginal hysterectomy: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Vaginal hysterectomy is a recommended surgical procedure for benign gynecological conditions and pelvic organ prolapse (POP) [ 1 ]. Vaginal hysterectomy facilitates reduced postoperative discomfort, shorter postoperative stay, and faster …

verfasst von:: Suneetha Rachaneni, Anupreet Dua

29.11.2018 | Original Article

Predictors of successful percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) in the treatment of overactive bladder syndrome

Overactive bladder syndrome (OAB) is a clinical diagnosis characterized by the presence of bothersome urinary symptoms. The International Urogynecological Association and the International Continence Society Joint Terminology Committee defines OAB …

verfasst von:: Ghazaleh Rostaminia, Cecilia Chang, Joseph B. Pincus, Peter K. Sand, Roger P. Goldberg

28.11.2018 | Original Article

Validation study of ultrasound bladder wall thickness measurements

Bladder wall thickness (BWT) is a reliable and non-invasive clinical tool that can be used to determine the likelihood of a patient having detrusor overactivity (DO) [ 1 ]. BWT can be measured using ultrasound via the transabdominal, transperineal …

verfasst von:: Victoria Asfour, Kayleigh Gibbs, Ana Sophia DaSilva, Ruwan Fernando, Guiseppe Alessandro Digesu, Vik Khullar

28.11.2018 | Clinical Opinion

Labial adhesions in postmenopausal women: presentation and management

Labial adhesion is defined as complete or partial fusion of the labia minora in the midline through flimsy or dense adhesions. It may be congenital or acquired. Acquired cases are mainly seen in oestrogen deficiency states in prepubertal girls and …

verfasst von:: Priyanka Singh, How Chuan Han

28.11.2018 | Original Article

Clinical outcomes on tension-releasing suture appendage on single-incision sling devices for postoperative voiding dysfunction involving undue tape tension

The midurethral sling (MUS) has become the gold standard for surgical treatment of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) [ 1 ]. It has undergone a variety of evolutionary changes from retropubic tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) to transobturaor tape …

verfasst von:: Tsia-Shu Lo, Sandy Chua, Ling-Hong Tseng, Cheng-Yu Long, Chuan-Chi Kao, Wu-Chiao Hsieh

27.11.2018 | Original Article

Reducing postoperative catheterisation after anterior colporrhaphy from 48 to 24 h: a randomised controlled trial

The repair of anterior vaginal wall prolapse with native tissue remains an established surgical procedure in comparison with other techniques using meshes or biological grafts [ 1 ]. However, there is no standardised postoperative management and …

verfasst von:: Sergi Fernandez-Gonzalez, Eva Martinez Franco, Rubén Martínez-Cumplido, Cristina Molinet Coll, Funesanta Ojeda González, Maria Dolores Gómez Roig, Lluís Amat Tardiu

27.11.2018 | Original Article

Evaluation of COLIA1-1997 G/T polymorphism as a related factor to genital prolapse

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a common disorder that can disturb a woman’s quality of life. Women with POP have physical ailments and problems with their general health, personal relationships and sexual function [ 1 ].

verfasst von:: Claudia Cristina Palos, Beatriz Ferreira Timm, Denise de Souza Paulo, Cesar Eduardo Fernandes, Ricardo Peres de Souto, Emerson Oliveira

26.11.2018 | Images in Urogynecology

Aggressive angiomyxoma presenting as posterior vaginal prolapse

Aggressive angiomyxoma is a rare, locally aggressive mesenchymal tumor that primarily occurs in the pelvis and perineum [ 1 , 2 ]. Traditional management is wide local excision with clear margins [ 2 ]. The bulk of the neoplasm is typically …

verfasst von:: Sarah S. Boyd, Arti Easwar, Adam C. Steinberg

26.11.2018 | Commentary

Commentary on “Enhanced recovery program for minimally invasive and vaginal urogynecologic surgery”

verfasst von:: Marianne Koch

23.11.2018 | Review Article

A systematic review of non-invasive modalities used to identify women with anal incontinence symptoms after childbirth

Anal incontinence is a common condition affecting up to 20% of adult women [ 1 ]. It has a profound and significant effect on quality of life (QoL) [ 2 ] and is associated with significant healthcare costs [ 3 ]. The joint International …

verfasst von:: Thomas G. Gray, Holly Vickers, Swati Jha, Georgina L. Jones, Steven R. Brown, Stephen C. Radley

22.11.2018 | Review Article

Pelvic floor symptoms 5 to 14 years after total versus subtotal hysterectomy for benign conditions: a systematic review and meta-analysis

Hysterectomy is one of the most commonly performed gynecologic surgeries in the USA [ 1 ]. It is used for many benign conditions such as leiomyoma and abnormal uterine bleeding. Surgery may involve the removal of the cervix (total hysterectomy, TH) …

verfasst von:: Gabriel Francisco Aleixo, Marcelo C. M. Fonseca, Maria Augusta Tezelli Bortolini, Luiz Gustavo O. Brito, Rodrigo A. Castro

22.11.2018 | Original Article

Subjective and objective responses to PTNS and predictors for success: a retrospective cohort study of percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation for overactive bladder

Overactive bladder syndrome (OAB) is a common and bothersome condition for women across the US with a reported prevalence of 8–29% [ 1 ]. The International Continence Society defines OAB as the presence of “urinary urgency, usually accompanied by …

verfasst von:: Shilpa Iyer, Katharina Laus, Angela Rugino, Carolyn Botros, Svjetlana Lozo, Sylvia M. Botros, Roger Goldberg, Janet Tomezsko, Adam Gafni-Kane, Kristen Wroblewski, Peter Sand

22.11.2018 | Original Article

Pelvic floor muscle knowledge and relationship with muscle strength in Brazilian women: a cross-sectional study

There seems to be little knowledge about the pelvic floor muscles (PFMs) and their functions, dysfunction, and treatment options among the general female population [ 1 – 4 ]. This lack of knowledge seems to impair women’s ability to search for …

verfasst von:: Leticia Maciel de Freitas, Kari Bø, Ana Carolina Nociti Lopes Fernandes, Natalia Uechi, Thaiana Bezerra Duarte, Cristine Homsi Jorge Ferreira

22.11.2018 | Editorial

Surgical repair of vesico-vaginal fistula: the need for an evidence-based approach

verfasst von:: Gin-Den Chen, Diaa E. E. Rizk, Holly E. Richter

21.11.2018 | Original Article

Validation of the Amharic version of the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Symptom Score (POP-SS)

Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP), descent of one or more pelvic organs into or out of the vaginal canal [ 1 ], is a common morbidity among adult women [ 2 ]. The reported prevalence varies depending on definitions applied and the population …

verfasst von:: Tadesse Belayneh, Abebaw Gebeyehu, Mulat Adefris, Guri Rortveit, Tinsae Genet

20.11.2018 | IUJ Video

Use of observed ureteric catheter movement to facilitate laparoscopic identification and dissection of the ureter in complex gynaecological procedures

Injury of the ureter is an uncommon but serious complication of gynaecological surgery. The reported incidence in laparoscopic gynaecological surgery varies from 0.12% (12/10,345) to 1.2% [ 1 – 3 ]. The risk increases in patients with previous …

verfasst von:: David Shaker

20.11.2018 | Original Article

Cultural adaptation and validation of the Turkish CONTILIFE: a quality of life questionnaire for urinary incontinence

Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common condition and defined as a complaint of any involuntary urinary leakage [ 1 ]. The global prevalence of UI is between 10% and 40% [ 2 , 3 ]. In Turkey, studies have reported the rate of women suffering from UI …

verfasst von:: Ceren Orhan, Serap Özgül, Emine Baran, Esra Üzelpasacı, Gülbala Nakip, Gamze Nalan Çinar, Mehmet Sinan Beksaç, Türkan Akbayrak

19.11.2018 | Original Article

Analysis of key genes and micro-RNA-mRNA regulatory networks in women with ulcerative interstitial cystitis/pain bladder syndrome

Interstitial cystitis, or painful bladder syndrome (IC/PBS), is a chronic bladder disorder that has a combination of symptoms, including lower abdominal pain, urinary urgency, and urinary frequency [ 1 ]. It can develop in people at any age, though …

verfasst von:: Shengzhuo Liu, Shijian Feng, Deyi Luo

15.11.2018 | Letter to Editor

Letter to the editor: Randomized double-blind trial of short- versus long-acting analgesia at the sacrospinous ligament

verfasst von:: Chiyi Wang

15.11.2018 | Original Article

External validation of de novo stress urinary incontinence prediction model after vaginal prolapse surgery

Pelvic organ prolapse (POP) is a common condition affecting up to 50% of parous women. Of them, between 6 and 20% will require surgical correction [ 1 ]. Continent women may develop stress urinary incontinence (SUI) after POP surgery. The …

verfasst von:: Jordi Sabadell, Sabina Salicrú, Anabel Montero-Armengol, Núria Rodriguez-Mias, Antonio Gil-Moreno, Jose L. Poza

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