Sling procedures

What is Sling surgery procedure?

Sling procedure or surgery is done to address urinary inconsistency in females. A sling is placed around the urethra to lift it back into a normal position and to exert pressure on the urethra to aid urine retention.

How does Sling surgery procedures help?

The urethral sling procedure helps immensely to correct stress incontinence that is caused by sagging of the bladder neck or the urethra. It is done to keep the urethra and blad...

How is sling surgery done?

What are the benefits and risks of Sling surgery procedures?

The surgery is minimally invasive, however, there are risks involved with this treatment. 

The advantages of the Sling surgery procedures treatment are:

  • Treats urinary incontinence.
  • Improves quality of life

The Sling surgery procedures risks include bleeding, blood clots, breathing difficulties, or infections. There is also a risk of breakdown of the synthetic material causing damage to the vagina or bladder. Irritation around the vagina is common.

New symptoms of urge incontinence may arise. Constipation may also happen after the surgery

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