| pubovaginal sling |
One of the surgical methods for treating urinary incontinence that involves placing a "sling" under the bladder and urethra that is anchored to pubic or abdominal structures. The sling is often made of tissue taken from another place in the body. This technique improves sphincter function and decreases bladder neck movement.
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| pubovaginal sling |
A surgical procedure in which a man-made or cadaveric piece of material is placed under the bladder neck to support and immobilize. This technique improves sphincter function and decreases bladder neck movement, improving continence.
Ãâó: www.urologyassociatescentralil.com/glossary.htm
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| pubovaginal m. |
musculus pubovaginalis.
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| pubovaginal s. |
a support constructed of rectoabdominal fascia to stabilize the bladder from underneath in treatment of stress incontinence.
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| pubovaginal device |
An apparatus that is fitted for use in the vagina to help prevent urinary incontinence. SEE: pessary.
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