Anterior Wall Support Defects Joseph B. Pincus Peter K. Sand Introduction The International Urogynecological Association and International Continence Society defined anterior vaginal wall (compartment) prolapse as the “observation of descent…
Painful Conditions of the Lower Urinary Tract and Bladder Kristina Cvach Anna Rosamilia Introduction Painful conditions of the bladder and urethra fall under chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) as outlined…
Recognition and Management of Genitourinary Fistula Jeffrey L. Cornella Introduction This chapter discusses recognition and management of postsurgical fistulas in the developed world. Genitourinary fistulas in the developed world are…
Pathophysiology of Pelvic Support Disorders Danielle Patterson Victoria L. Handa Introduction Pelvic organ prolapse is a prevalent condition, especially among older women. Despite our efforts to understand the genesis of…
Principles of Laparoscopy Megan Cesta Resad Pasic Meagan Slate Ceana Nezhat Introduction Conventional video-assisted laparoscopy has challenged the notion that “bigger is better.” As surgeons develop novel techniques, using smaller…
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,…
