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Urology
Surgery for stress urinary incontinence
After assessment and discussion of pelvic floor rehabilitation, a sling, colposuspension or another option may be offered depending on the circumstances. Some men may be considered for an artificial urinary sphincter. Explain retention, continuing leakage and implant complications; arrange specialist follow-up. EAU and BAUS
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Overview
After assessment and discussion of pelvic floor rehabilitation, a sling, colposuspension or another option may be offered depending on the circumstances. Some men may be considered for an artificial urinary sphincter. Explain retention, continuing leakage and implant complications; arrange specialist follow-up. EAU and BAUS
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Points to discuss
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Expected course and limits
Continence and bladder emptying are assessed separately. Difficulty urinating needs review.
Preparation
Points to clarify with the care team before the procedure.
Prescribed medicines
Understand discharge medicines and the plan for restarting regular treatment. Pain relief, antibiotics and clot prevention follow individual prescriptions.
Food and fluids
Clarify permitted fluids according to kidney, heart and procedural needs. Do not force fluids when unable to urinate.
Procedure Pathway
General orientation to confirm for the proposed technique.
Care setting and discharge
Sling, colposuspension and artificial sphincter address different situations; clarify implant, sex and previous surgery.
Wounds and devices
Keep implant identification. For a sphincter, clarify activation and training in its use.
Recovery
Planning follow-up and a safe return to daily activities.
Mobility and rehabilitation
Clarify lifting and pelvic-floor exercises for the operation. An artificial sphincter is used only after planned activation and training.
Hygiene and activity
Obtain instructions for showering, bathing, sport, driving, work and sex according to healing. Discharge does not establish fitness to travel.
Follow-up and results
Review residual urine if indicated, leakage and healing; rehabilitation follows team advice.
Goals and Outcomes
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Risks and Considerations
Procedure-specific risks and warning signs to request in writing.
Warning signs
Retention, fever, new implant-area pain or wound changes: prompt review; acute pain with blockage: immediate assessment.
Frequently Asked Questions
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France
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Morocco
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Romania
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Spain
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Tunisia
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Turkey
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United Arab Emirates
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