Cystourethroscopy for Gynecologists Debjyoti Karmakar Peter L. Dwyer Introduction The techniques for endoscopic evaluation of pelvic organs include laparoscopy, hysteroscopy, cystourethroscopy, and proctocolonoscopy and are essential in evaluating and treating…
Evaluation and Management of Microscopic Hematuria Ellen O’Connor Aoife McVey Nathan Lawrentschuk Introduction Microscopic hematuria (MH) is a common incidental finding present in up to 1 in 5 women.1 MH…
Urinary Catheters and Ureteral Stents Mary Van Meter Baker John A. Occhino Introduction Urinary catheters and ureteral stents are tools commonly used by the urogynecologist for a variety of clinical…
Lower Urinary Tract Infection Sarah E.S. Jeney Yuko M. Komesu Introduction Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are common and are most common in women.1 Approximately 50% to 80% of women will…
Complex Obstetrical Fistula Steven D. Arrowsmith Introduction In the realm of pelvic reconstructive surgery, perhaps the most daunting challenge could be that of the obstetric fistula. In its full-blown form,…
Autologous Pubovaginal Sling Placement Brian J. Linder Introduction Female stress urinary incontinence is a highly prevalent and bothersome condition that can have a large impact on quality of life. In…
Periurethral and Transurethral Bulking Agents Christopher E. Wolter Introduction Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) has been and will continue to be a significant problem for women worldwide. It can affect women…
Burch Colposuspension Ankita Gupta Sean L. Francis Introduction The International Continence Society defines stress urinary incontinence (SUI) as involuntary leakage on effort, exertion, sneezing, or coughing.1 SUI can be treated…
Botulinum Toxin Therapy for Urinary Incontinence Christopher John Chermansky Linda Burkett HISTORY Botulinum as a disease was first described by Kerner in 1822,1 and the toxin was first isolated for…
Midurethral Slings Emily L. Whitcomb Emily Helena Frisch TENSION-FREE VAGINAL TAPE Since its introduction in 1996 by Ulmsten et al., the tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) has become the most commonly…
