Abstract fromJournal Climacteric Oct 2015 by Cervigni M and Gambacciani M
Urinary incontinence (UI) is more common than any other chronic disease, such as hypertension, depression or diabetes, with the prevalence estimated between 9 and 74%. Among the various forms of urinary incontinence, stress incontinence (SUI) is the most prevalent(50%), with urgency incontinence (UUI) representing 11% and mixed type (MUI)36% (3% not classified).
Nowadays, the restoration of urinary continence is one of the greatest challenges for the well-being and quality of life of women. The introduction of minimally invasive surgical procedures changed the anti-incontinence surgery, leading to similar, or even better results as traditional, invasive techniques.
The development of the mid-urethral slings offers a viable alternative to surgical correction of SUI. These further developments of mini-sling procedures are appropriate for local anesthesia,less traumatic, 'tension-free' (to ensure continence without obstruction),simple, rapid and repeatable.
The latest minimally invasive approaches can be performed in day surgery, with clear advantages compared to traditional procedures. A novel approach through the use of vaginal laser techniques could represent an additional opportunity, as a non-invasive, outpatient method to treat SUI.
Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) is an extremely common and distressing condition that affects a high percentage of women, with prevalence rates increasing with age.According to the American Urological Association, there is an estimated prevalence for urinary incontinence of 30% in women aged 30 to 60 years, with approximately half of the cases attributed to SUI (15%). FemiLift is a safe and effective treatment for this indication, enabling women to enjoy a much more comfortable life – quickly and with no pain or downtime.
SUI involves involuntary leakage of urine in response to increased intra-abdominal pressure. The technique is completely outpatient, low cost and does not require anaesthesia, giving great results in short and long terms
The cost difference is very big due to the possibility to perform the procedures in outpatient way without the need of hospital stay, anaesthesia etc. We also should consider the lower social cost due to patients returning to work and personal activities immediately.
The procedure used for SUI with Alma Lasers are highly effective but other considerations like hormonal correction could be added to adjust oestrogen deficit by hormonal therapies, Kegel exercises to rehabilitate the pelvic floor, etc.
We have treated more than 100 cases of SUI with LASER VAGINAL MACHINE at Pooja Hospital, Ghatkopar West.
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