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Cao X, Qiu Y, Peng Z, Chen L, Zhou L, Lu A, Chen C, Liu P. Clinical application of a fixed reference line in the ultrasound quantitative diagnosis of female pelvic organ prolapse. BMC Med Imaging 2023; 23:170. [PMID: 37904129 PMCID: PMC10617056 DOI: 10.1186/s12880-023-01013-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/30/2022] [Accepted: 04/06/2023] [Indexed: 11/01/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVE This study explored using an improved ultrasound (US) for quantitative evaluation of the degree of pelvic organ prolapse(POP). DESIGN A transluminal probe was used to standardize ultrasound imaging of pelvic floor organ displacements. A US reference line was fixed between the lower edge of the pubic symphysis and the central axis of the pubic symphysis at a 30°counterclockwise angle. METHOD Points Aa, Ba, C and Bp on pelvic organ prolapse quantification (POP-Q) were then compared with the points on pelvic floor ultrasound (PFUS). RESULTS One hundred thirteen patients were included in the analysis of the standard US plane. Correlations were good in the anterior and middle compartments (PBN:Aa, ICC = 0.922; PBB:Ba, ICC = 0.923; and PC:C, ICC = 0.925), and Bland-Altman statistical maps corresponding to the average difference around the 30°horizontal line were close to 0. Correlations were poor in the posterior compartment (PRA:Bp, ICC = 0.444). However, eight (7.1%) cases of intestinal hernia and 21 (18.6%) cases of rectocele were diagnosed. CONCLUSIONS Introital PFUS using an intracavitary probe, which is gently placed at the introitus of the urethra and the vagina, may be accurately used to evaluate organ displacement. The application of a 30°horizontal line may improve the repeatability of the US diagnosis of POP.
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- Xiaojuan Cao
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nanfang Hospital , Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510515, China
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shenzhen Hospital, Southern Medical University, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518101, China
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- Department of Ultrasound, Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510515, China
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- Department of Anesthesiology, Shenzhen Hospital, Southern Medical University, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518101, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nanfang Hospital , Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510515, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shenzhen Hospital, Southern Medical University, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518101, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Shenzhen Hospital, Southern Medical University, Shenzhen, Guangdong, 518101, China
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nanfang Hospital , Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510515, China.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Nanfang Hospital , Southern Medical University, Guangzhou, Guangdong, 510515, China.
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Collins SA, O'Shea M, Dykes N, Ramm O, Edenfield A, Shek KL, van Delft K, Beestrum M, Kenton K. International Urogynecological Consultation: clinical definition of pelvic organ prolapse. Int Urogynecol J 2021; 32:2011-2019. [PMID: 34191102 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-021-04875-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/01/2021] [Accepted: 05/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS This segment of Chapter 1 of the International Urogynecology Consultation (IUC) on pelvic organ prolapse (POP) reviews the literature on the clinical definition of POP with the intent of creating standard terminology. METHODS An international group containing nine urogynecologists and one university-based medical librarian performed a search of the literature using pre-specified search terms in PubMed, Embase, and Scopus. Publications were eliminated if not relevant to the clinical definition of POP, and those articles remaining were evaluated for quality using the Specialist Unit for Review Evidence (SURE). The resulting list of articles was used to inform a comprehensive review and creation of the clinical definition of POP. RESULTS The original search yielded 31,931 references, of which 167 were used by the writing group. Ultimately, 78 are referenced in the manuscript. CONCLUSIONS The clinical definition of POP for this review of the literature is: "anatomical prolapse with descent of at least one of the vaginal walls to or beyond the vaginal hymen with maximal Valsalva effort WITH the presence either of bothersome characteristic symptoms, most commonly the sensation of vaginal bulge, or of functional or medical compromise due to prolapse without symptom bother."
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- Sarah A Collins
- Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, 250 E. Superior St. Suite 05-2113, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA.
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Duke University Health System, Raleigh, NC, USA
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- Division of Urogynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Kaiser Permanente East Bay, Alameda, CA, USA
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- Division of Urogynecology, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Medical University of South Carolina, Mt Pleasant, SC, 29464, USA
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Liverpool Hospital, University of Western Sydney, Liverpool, NSW, 2170, Australia
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- Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Radboud University Medical Centre, Nijmegen, The Netherlands
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- Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, 250 E. Superior St. Suite 05-2113, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA
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- Northwestern Feinberg School of Medicine, 250 E. Superior St. Suite 05-2113, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA
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Current use of the pelvic organ prolapse quantification system in clinical practice among Korean obstetrician-gynecologists. BMC WOMENS HEALTH 2021; 21:207. [PMID: 34006265 PMCID: PMC8130334 DOI: 10.1186/s12905-021-01354-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2020] [Accepted: 05/11/2021] [Indexed: 11/10/2022]
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Background To assess current use of the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification (POP-Q) system in clinical practice among Korean obstetrician-gynecologists. Methods A web-based questionnaire was sent to 780 Korean Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology members. The items evaluated in the questionnaire were demographic characteristics and current use of the POP-Q system in the evaluation of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and surgical decision-making. Differences between POP-Q users and nonusers were analyzed by using the two-sample t-test and chi-squared test. Results One hundred twenty-six members (16%) responded to the survey. Of the respondents, 48% reported using the POP-Q system in the evaluation of POP. Members who were female, urogynecologists, or performed a high volume of prolapse surgery were more likely to use the POP-Q system (p < 0.05). All but one of the POP-Q users reported using the specific criteria to determine whether each compartmental prolapse should be corrected during prolapse surgery. Most respondents used stage 2 or the hymen as a threshold for prolapse to be corrected for all compartments. Conclusions Less than half of Korean obstetrician-gynecologists use the POP-Q system in the evaluation of POP. Almost all of POP-Q users make a surgical decision based on the results of the POP-Q examination. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1186/s12905-021-01354-w.
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Sukgen G, Altunkol A, Yiğit A. Effects of mesh surgery on sexual function in pelvic prolapse and urinary incontinence. Int Braz J Urol 2020; 47:82-89. [PMID: 32539249 PMCID: PMC7712677 DOI: 10.1590/s1677-5538.ibju.2019.0618] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/02/2019] [Accepted: 03/16/2020] [Indexed: 11/21/2022] Open
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Purpose: We aimed to determine pre-operative and post-operative sexual function scores of patients who underwent four-arm polypropylene mesh implantation surgery to treat urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse. Materials and Methods: A prospective study from January 2011 to November 2015 including patients (n: 72) submitted to surgical mesh implantation (four-arm anterior mesh implant (Betamix POP4®, Betatech Medical, Turkey) questioned the patients with Female Sexual Function Index evaluation form. The questionnaire was applied to all patients at pre-operative, post-operative 3rd month and post-operative 1st year periods. Results: The mean age of the patients was 47.2±7.1 years. The mean Body Mass Index (kg/m2) was 28.7±3.7. The average of incontinence duration (year) was 4.6±2.6 and the average for operation time (min) was 35.7±2.1. After the urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse surgery, it was observed that incontinence complaints of patients reduced. Furthermore, there was a positive change in quality of life and sexual function of patients at the post-operative period. There was a statistically significant increase according to Female Sexual Function Index score among all three periods (16%, 86% and 100% respectively, p=0.001) and improvement of sexual functions was observed. Conclusions: Transvaginal mesh use in the surgical treatment of pelvic organ prolapse improves quality of life. However, risk factors such as transvaginal mesh usage indication, surgical technique and experience of the surgeon, suitability of the material, the current health status of the patient and postoperative personal care of the patient may affect the success of operations.
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- Gökmen Sukgen
- Sukgen Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinic, Adana, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, University of Health Sciences, Adana City Teaching and Research Hospital, Adana, Turkey
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- Special Megapol Hospital, Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinic, Istanbul, Turkey
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Zhao Y, St Martin B. Robotic-assisted laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy: Initial Canadian experience. Can Urol Assoc J 2020; 14:E257-E263. [PMID: 31977300 DOI: 10.5489/cuaj.6121] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Abdominal sacrocolpopexy provides effective long-term outcomes for apical pelvic organ prolapse. The introduction of robotic-assisted laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy (RALS) has mitigated the risks of abdominal surgery. This study aims to evaluate the preoperative patient characteristics, intraoperative surgical parameters, and postoperative outcomes of RALS, which has not been previously performed in Canada. METHODS A retrospective chart review of 47 patients who have undergone RALS from 2016-2018 by a single surgeon at a tertiary care hospital in Canada was completed. RESULTS This case series had a mean age of 60.2 years, body mass index (BMI) of 28.3 kg/m2, and Charlson comorbidity index of 2.0. Preoperatively, 13 (28%), 23 (49%), and 11 (23%) patients had Baden-Walker grade 2, 3, and 4 apical prolapse, respectively. Intraoperatively, 45 (96%) patients underwent concomitant procedures, including 36 (77%) with adnexal surgery, 32 (68%) with anti-incontinence surgery, and 25 (53%) with hysterectomy. Intraoperative complications included one ureteric injury, two bladder injuries, and three vaginotomies. The mean robotic console time, surgery time, and total operating room times were 125.6, 148.6, and 190.6 minutes, respectively. Postoperatively, data was analyzed for 32 (68%) patients with greater than 12 weeks' followup. There was no recurrence of apical prolapse on exam after a mean followup of 60.1 weeks. Seven (22%) patients experienced symptomatic prolapse in the posterior compartment. There were two grade 3 Clavien-Dindo complications, including osteomyelitis and mesh exposure. CONCLUSIONS RALS can be safely and effectively performed with other pelvic procedures with good outcomes. Concurrent posterior repairs may be considered in select patients.
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- Yunwei Zhao
- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, University of Alberta, Edmonton, AB, Canada
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Relationship of Decubitus Ulcer on Cervix in Pelvic Organ Prolapse with POP-Q Staging. J Obstet Gynaecol India 2018; 69:266-271. [PMID: 31178643 DOI: 10.1007/s13224-018-1127-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/16/2017] [Accepted: 04/23/2018] [Indexed: 01/07/2023] Open
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Aim Utero vaginal prolapse is a very common complaint of patients in the OPD. It's an entity that existed since a very long time and hence many classifications were proposed; however, only one system was found to be a validated system for determining the degree of prolapse-POP-Q system. Objective To determine the relationship of decubitus ulcer with POP-Q staging. Materials and Methods A prospective study of 100 patients with complaints of prolapse (something coming out of vagina) was considered. The patients were staged in accordance with POP-Q system. The number of patients with decubitus ulcer were noted. The area of each decubitus ulcer was also noted, by measuring the radius. Statistical tests were applied to find out if the relationship of the presence of and the area of decubitus ulcer with stage of prolapse was significant. Results It was found that as the stage of prolapse increased, the number of patients with decubitus ulcer also increased. Also, as the Point C measurement increased, the area (small/medium/large size) of the decubitus ulcer also increased. Conclusion There is a definite correlation between the presence of decubitus ulcer along with its area and the POP-Q component. The study also indicated that POP-Q staging is the only method of classification available that allows accurate and standardized measurements, foregoing pitfalls of all previous classifications.
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Plata M, Bravo-Balado A, Robledo D, Castaño JC, Averbeck MA, Plata MA, Cataño JG, Caicedo JI, Trujillo CG. Trends in pelvic organ prolapse management in Latin America. Neurourol Urodyn 2017; 37:1039-1045. [PMID: 28877368 DOI: 10.1002/nau.23392] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/02/2017] [Accepted: 08/04/2017] [Indexed: 01/19/2023]
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AIMS To describe practice patterns and perspectives regarding pelvic organ prolapse (POP) management among urologists, gynecologists, and urogynecologists in Latin America (LATAM). METHODS A cross-sectional study was conducted from April to September 2016 using a 37-item internet-based survey applied to members of urologic and gynecologic associations from 18 countries. Participants were asked about their background and practice patterns. Descriptive statistics were employed. RESULTS A total of 673 responses were obtained. Most came from Colombia (33.6%) and Brazil (24.7%). The number of practitioners who perform at least one POP procedure per month and were eligible to finish the survey was 529 (78.6%), out of which 323 (61.0%) were urologists, 156 (29.5%) gynecologists, and 50 (9.5%) urogynecologists. Mesh-based POP repairs were used by 57.1% of participants. Out of non-mesh users, the most frequent vaginal procedures were sacrospinous fixation (30%), colporrhaphy (25%), and uterosacral fixation (12%). Regarding the impact of FDA warnings, 75.2% participants indicated that the use of mesh has declined, and 41.9% considered this has had a negative effect in the use of incontinence tapes as well. Only two physicians reported legal disputes related to mesh procedures, and 75.8% said they would still indicate mesh repairs in certain cases. CONCLUSIONS This is the first report on POP practice patterns in LATAM. Preferences regarding surgical management of POP are not very different from international trends. Despite intense scrutiny and media exposure, mesh-based procedures are still largely used in LATAM.
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- Mauricio Plata
- Department of Urology, Hospital Universitario Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá and Universidad de los Andes School of Medicine, Bogotá D.C., Colombia
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- Department of Urology, Hospital Universitario Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá and Universidad de los Andes School of Medicine, Bogotá D.C., Colombia
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- Department of Urology, Hospital Universitario Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá and Universidad de los Andes School of Medicine, Bogotá D.C., Colombia
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- Department of Urology, Clínica Universitaria CES, Universidad CES and Pontificia Universidad Bolivariana, Medellín, Colombia
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- Department of Urology, Mae de Deus Center Hospital, Porto Alegre, Brasil
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- Department of Gynecology, Obstetrics and Human Reproduction, Hospital Universitario Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá and Universidad de los Andes School of Medicine, Bogotá D.C., Colombia
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- Department of Urology, Hospital Universitario Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá and Universidad de los Andes School of Medicine, Bogotá D.C., Colombia
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- Department of Urology, Hospital Universitario Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá and Universidad de los Andes School of Medicine, Bogotá D.C., Colombia
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- Department of Urology, Hospital Universitario Fundación Santa Fe de Bogotá and Universidad de los Andes School of Medicine, Bogotá D.C., Colombia
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Hagen S, Stark D, Dougall I. A survey of prolapse practice in UK women's health physiotherapists: what has changed in the last decade? Int Urogynecol J 2015; 27:579-85. [PMID: 26476818 PMCID: PMC4819739 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-015-2864-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/03/2015] [Accepted: 09/28/2015] [Indexed: 12/03/2022]
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Introduction and hypothesis Prolapse is a common female problem, and conservative treatments such as pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) are important options for women. Evidence supporting the effectiveness of PFMT for prolapse has grown over the last decade, and it was hypothesised that practice and practice guidelines would have developed in line with the evidence. To assess this, up-to-date information about the practice of physiotherapists working in women’s health regarding their treatment of prolapse was required. Methods An online survey sent to members of the Association of Chartered Physiotherapists in Women’s Health and the Chartered Physiotherapists Promoting Continence. Results were compared with those of an earlier survey undertaken in 2002. Results A 49 % response rate was achieved. The majority of respondents were senior physiotherapists (55 %) and had worked in women’s health for more than 10 years. Respondents were treating significantly more women with prolapse than a decade before: 36 % vs 14 % treated more than 50 women per year in 2002 and 2013 respectively (p < 0.001). Individualised PFMT (93 %), lifestyle advice (92 %) and biofeedback-assisted PFMT (83 %) were the most common treatment elements, with four being the average number of appointments. Forty-eight percent had changed their practice as a result of recent research; however, scepticism amongst medics, the referral of women directly for surgery, and constraints on resources were thought to be barriers to wider implementation of the evidence of PFMT for prolapse. Conclusions There has been uptake of evidence-based prolapse practice by UK specialist physiotherapists in the last decade. Further research targeting the implementation of this evidence would be valuable in addressing potential barriers, and in supporting the need for physiotherapy in the treatment of prolapse.
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- Suzanne Hagen
- Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research Unit, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK.
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- Functional Bowel Service, Glenfield Hospital, University Hospitals Leicester, Leicester, UK
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- Department of Psychology, University of Glasgow, Glasgow, UK
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Thiagamoorthy G, Zacchè M, Cardozo L, Naidu M, Giarenis I, Flint R, Srikrishna S, Robinson D. Digital assessment and quantification of pelvic organ prolapse (DPOP-Q): a randomised cross-over diagnostic agreement trial. Int Urogynecol J 2015; 27:433-7. [PMID: 26423265 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-015-2841-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/12/2015] [Accepted: 09/01/2015] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification (POP-Q) system, measured in centimetres using a ruler (e.g. POPstix®), is recommended to quantify prolapse severity. POPstix® are costly (US $1/ruler). Home-made devices are used instead, but these have not been shown to be reproducible. HYPOTHESIS Digitally assessed POP-Q (DPOP-Q) is as reliable, reproducible and acceptable as POP-Q assessed using POPstix®. METHODS In this randomised crossover diagnostic agreement trial, each assessor measured the index finger of their dominant hand using a ruler. At visit one, patients were randomised to either POPstix® POP-Q assessment in a modified lithotomy position or DPOP-Q in both modified a lithotomy and a standing position. After the first clinician conducted this assessment, a second blinded clinician then carried out the remaining assessment on the same patient. For each examination, duration was recorded, along with a patient-completed discomfort score. Twenty-five women were invited for visit two, at which DPOP-Q was recorded by the same clinician who undertook DPOP-Q at the first visit. This allowed evaluation of inter- and intraobserver agreement together with examination acceptability. RESULTS One hundred and nine women were recruited [median age 55 years, parity 2, body mass index (BMI) 27.1]. Of the 25 patients invited, 23 returned for visit two. DPOP-Q had high interobserver reliability [κ = 0.94, 95 % confidence interval (CI) 0.878-0.996] and intraobserver reliability (α = 0.96) with POPstix®. DPOP-Q was significantly quicker (p = 0.02) and less uncomfortable (p < 0.01) than POPstix® POP-Q. CONCLUSION DPOP-Q is reliable, acceptable and cost effective.
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- Croydon University Hospital, Croydon, CR7 7YE, UK
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Aniuliene R. TVT-Exact and midurethral sling (SLING-IUFT) operative procedures: a randomized study. Open Med (Wars) 2015; 10:311-317. [PMID: 28352711 PMCID: PMC5152983 DOI: 10.1515/med-2015-0046] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/18/2013] [Accepted: 05/04/2015] [Indexed: 01/22/2023] Open
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OBJECTIVES The aim of the study is to compare results, effectiveness and complications of TVT exact and midurethral sling (SLING-IUFT) operations in the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence (SUI). METHODS A single center nonblind, randomized study of women with SUI who were randomized to TVT-Exact and SLING-IUFT was performed by one surgeon from April 2009 to April 2011. SUI was diagnosed on coughing and Valsalva test and urodynamics (cystometry and uroflowmetry) were assessed before operation and 1 year after surgery. This was a prospective randomized study. The follow up period was 12 months. 76 patients were operated using the TVT-Exact operation and 78 patients - using the SLING-IUFT operation. There was no statistically significant differences between groups for BMI, parity, menopausal status and prolapsed stage (no patients had cystocele greater than stage II). RESULTS Mean operative time was significantly shorter in the SLING-IUFT group (19 ± 5.6 min.) compared with the TVT-Exact group (27 ± 7.1 min.). There were statistically significant differences in the effectiveness of both procedures: TVT-Exact - at 94.5% and SLING-IUFT - at 61.2% after one year. Hospital stay was statistically significantly shorter in the SLING-IUFT group (1. 2 ± 0.5 days) compared with the TVT-Exact group (3.5 ± 1.5 days). Statistically significantly fewer complications occurred in the SLING-IUFT group. CONCLUSION the TVT-Exact and SLING-IUFT operations are both effective for surgical treatment of female stress urinary incontinence. The SLING-IUFT involved a shorter operation time and lower complications rate., the TVT-Exact procedure had statistically significantly more complications than the SLING-IUFT operation, but a higher effectiveness.
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- Rosita Aniuliene
- Lithuanian University of Health Sciences, Mickeviciaus str.9, Kaunas, LT-44307, Lithuania, Tel. +37068778631
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Digesu GA, Swift S, Puccini F, Manonai J, Khullar V, Fernando R, Ortiz OC, Salvatore S. The FIGO assessment scoring system (FASS): a new holistic classification tool to assess women with pelvic floor dysfunction: validity and reliability. Int Urogynecol J 2015; 26:859-64. [PMID: 25578870 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-014-2604-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/14/2014] [Accepted: 10/18/2014] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS The aim of our study was to assess the interobserver and intraobserver reliability as well as the content and construct validity of the FIGO prolapse assessment scoring system (FASS). METHODS Women with and without (controls) symptoms of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) attending gynaecology outpatient clinics in four different countries were recruited prospectively. Each woman was assessed using the FASS which included: (1) physical examination findings designated with the letter P; (2) presence of symptoms of prolapse, urinary and bowel symptoms designated with the letter S; and (3) assessment of degree of bother designated with the letter B. A scoring system was also developed. For interobserver reliability women were examined by two separate examiners using the FASS. For intraobserver reliability the FASS was repeated by the same examiner within 2 weeks. The interclass correlation coefficient (ICC) was also calculated to assess limits of agreements. Validity was assessed by comparing the FASS scores between symptomatic and asymptomatic women using the Mann-Whitney U test (p value <0.001). RESULTS A total of 177 women (98 symptomatic and 79 controls) were recruited. Intraobserver reliability had ICCs between 0.716 and 1. Interobserver reliability had ICCs between 0.795 and 0.909. Domain and total scores were significantly different between symptomatic and asymptomatic women (p < 0.001, Mann-Whitney U test). There was a good correlation between FASS P scores and POP-Q scores (rho 0.763, p < 0.001). CONCLUSIONS The FIGO prolapse assessment scoring system has good intraobserver and interobserver agreement and has demonstrated both content and construct validity.
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- Department of Urogynaecology, S. Mary's Hospital, Academic Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Mint Wing, South Wharf, W2 1NY, London, UK,
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Perineal ultrasound as a complement to POP-Q in the assessment of cystoceles. BIOMED RESEARCH INTERNATIONAL 2014; 2014:740925. [PMID: 25525602 PMCID: PMC4265551 DOI: 10.1155/2014/740925] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/04/2014] [Accepted: 09/17/2014] [Indexed: 12/20/2022]
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Purpose. In the present study we want to propose a classification system to quantify cystoceles by perineal ultrasound (PUS). Materials and Methods. 120 PUS data were analyzed measuring the distance between the lowest point of the bladder and the midpubic line (MPL) during rest and Valsalva. Results were classified into groups and compared to POP-Q using the κ-coefficient. Results for exact bladder position were checked for interrater reliability using ICC and Pearson's coefficient and results for classification were checked using the κ-coefficient. Bladder positions at rest and Valsalva were correlated with the distance between these points. Results. Highly significant differences concerning the position at rest and the distance between rest and Valsalva were found between the groups. For the interrater agreement, the Pearson correlation coefficient was ρ = 0.98, the ICC (A-1) = 0.98, and κ = 1.00. Comparing the classification results for POP-Q and PUS, the kappa-coefficient was κ = 0.65. Conclusion. PUS using the MPL and the classification system is a highly reliable tool for the evaluation of cystoceles. PUS shows good correlation with POP-Q. Furthermore, PUS offers a doubtless identification of the descending organ. Further studies are needed to evaluate the clinical use of the classification system proposed here.
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Raizada N, Mittal P, Suri J, Puri A, Sharma V. Comparative study to evaluate the intersystem association and reliability between standard pelvic organ prolapse quantification system and simplified pelvic organ prolapse scoring system. J Obstet Gynaecol India 2014; 64:421-4. [PMID: 25489146 DOI: 10.1007/s13224-014-0537-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/19/2013] [Accepted: 03/10/2014] [Indexed: 12/28/2022] Open
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PURPOSE The purpose of this study was to determine the association between the standard pelvic organ prolapse quantification (POPQ) classification system and the simplified pelvic organ prolapse (S-POP) classification system. METHOD This is an observational study, in which 100 subjects, whose average age was 60 ± 10 years, with pelvic floor disorder symptoms underwent two systems of examinations-POPQ classification system and S-POP classification system at Safdarjung hospital-done by four gynecologists (two specialists and two resident doctors) using a prospective randomized study, blinded to each other's findings. Data were compared using appropriate statistics. RESULTS The weighted Kappa statistics for the intersystem reliability of the S-POP classification system compared with standard POPQ classification system were 0.82 for the overall stage: 0.83 and 0.86 for the anterior and posterior vaginal walls respectively; 0.81 for the apex/vaginal cuff; and 0.89 for the cervix. All these results demonstrate significant agreement between the two systems. CONCLUSION There is almost perfect intersystem agreement between the S-POP classification system and the standard POPQ classification system in respect of the overall stage as well as each point within the same system.
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- Nivedita Raizada
- Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Vardhaman Mahavir Medical College (VMMC) & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, 110029 India
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- Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Vardhaman Mahavir Medical College (VMMC) & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, 110029 India
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- Department of Obstetrics & Gynaecology, Vardhaman Mahavir Medical College (VMMC) & Safdarjung Hospital, New Delhi, 110029 India
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- Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research (IPGMER) & SSKM Hospital, 244, AJC Bose Road, Kolkata, 700020 India
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- Institute of Post Graduate Medical Education & Research (IPGMER) & SSKM Hospital, 244, AJC Bose Road, Kolkata, 700020 India
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Hilton P, Bryant A, Howel D, McColl E, Buckley BS, Lucas M, Tincello DG, Armstrong N. Assessing professional equipoise and views about a future clinical trial of invasive urodynamics prior to surgery for stress urinary incontinence in women: a survey within a mixed methods feasibility study. Neurourol Urodyn 2012; 31:1223-30. [PMID: 23023322 PMCID: PMC3504983 DOI: 10.1002/nau.22328] [Citation(s) in RCA: 24] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/23/2012] [Accepted: 09/03/2012] [Indexed: 12/27/2022]
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Aims To determine surgeons' views on invasive urodynamic testing (IUT) prior to surgery for stress (SUI) or stress predominant mixed urinary incontinence (MUI). Methods Members of British Society of Urogynaecology (BSUG) and British Association of Urological Surgeons Section of Female, Neurological and Urodynamic Urology (BAUS-SFNUU) were sent an email invitation to complete an online “SurveyMonkey®” questionnaire regarding their current use of IUT prior to surgical treatment of SUI, their view about the necessity for IUT in various clinical scenarios, and their willingness to randomize patients into a future trial of IUT. A purposive sample of respondents was invited for telephone interview to explore further how they use IUT to inform clinical decisions, and to contextualize questionnaire responses. Results There were 176/517 (34%) responses, 106/332 (32%) from gynecologists/urogynecologists and 67/185 (36%) from urologists; all respondents had access to IUT, and 89% currently arrange IUT for most women with SUI or stress predominant MUI. For a variety of scenarios with increasingly complex symptoms the level of individual equipoise (“undecided” about IUT) was very low (1–6%) and community equipoise was, at best, 66:34 (IUT “essential” vs. “unnecessary”) even for the simplest scenario. Nevertheless, 70% rated the research question underlying the proposed studies “very important” or “extremely important;” 60% recorded a “willingness to randomize” score ≥8/10. Conclusions Most urogynecologists and urologists consider IUT essential before surgery in SUI with or without other symptoms. Most however recognize the need for further research, and indicated a willingness to recruit into multicenter trials addressing this question. Neurourol. Urodynam. 31:?–?, 2012. © 2012 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
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- Paul Hilton
- Directorate of Women's Services, Royal Victoria Infirmary, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK.
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Oh TH, Shin JH, Na YG. A Comparison of the Clinical Efficacy of the Transobturator Adjustable Tape (TOA) and Transobturator Tape (TOT) for Treating Female Stress Urinary Incontinence with Intrinsic Sphincter Deficiency: Short-term Results. Korean J Urol 2012; 53:98-103. [PMID: 22379588 PMCID: PMC3285716 DOI: 10.4111/kju.2012.53.2.98] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/26/2011] [Accepted: 10/15/2011] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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PURPOSE The transobturator adjustable tape (TOA) allows adjustment of tension after surgical intervention, thus permitting correction of postoperative incontinence or obstruction. The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy and safety of TOA versus transobturator tape (TOT) for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence with intrinsic sphincter deficiency (ISD). MATERIALS AND METHODS Patients underwent TOA (n=33 with ISD) or TOT (n=47 with ISD) insertion by one experienced surgeon. The patients were considered to have ISD on the basis of a Valsalva leak point pressure <60 cmH(2)O or a maximum urethral closure pressure <20 cmH(2)O. The preoperative evaluation included history taking, physical examination, voiding diary, stress and 1-hour pad tests, and a comprehensive urodynamic examination. Postoperative evaluation included a stress test, 1-hour pad test, questionnaire, and uroflowmetry with postvoid residuals. RESULTS After 6 months of follow-up, the rate of cure (TOA, 75.6% vs. TOT, 72.3%) was similar between the two groups. The rate of satisfaction was not significantly higher in the TOA group than in the TOT group (84.8% vs. 78.7%; p=0.05). Four patients in the TOA group (12.1%) needed a reduction in tension because of urinary obstruction (flow <10 ml/sec and/or residual urine >50 ml). The tension of the mesh was tightened in 5 patients (15.2%) because of the persistence of a certain degree of incontinence. The residual urine volume at postoperative 7 days was significantly lower in the TOA group than in the TOT group (19.5 ml vs. 41 ml; p=0.016, repeated-measures analysis of variance test). CONCLUSIONS The TOA allows postoperative readjustment of the suburethral sling pressure for a number of days after surgical intervention, which allows for the achievement of good short-term results. These data suggest that better lower obstructive voiding symptoms than those achieved with the traditional nonadjustable mesh can be obtained with the TOA.
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- Tae Hoon Oh
- Department of Urology, Chungnam National University School of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Chungnam National University School of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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- Department of Urology, Chungnam National University School of Medicine, Daejeon, Korea
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Clinical factors associated with low valsalva leak point pressure among women with stress urinary incontinence. Int Neurourol J 2011; 15:211-5. [PMID: 22259735 PMCID: PMC3256306 DOI: 10.5213/inj.2011.15.4.211] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/02/2011] [Accepted: 12/14/2011] [Indexed: 11/08/2022] Open
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Purpose The purpose of this study is to determine the predictive factors that are associated with stress urinary incontinence (SUI) due to intrinsic sphincter deficiency (ISD) in women. Methods Between January 2008 and December 2009, 185 women with urodynamically proven SUI were included in this study and retrospectively reviewed the medical record. Preoperative SUI symptoms were classified by Stamey grade. Valsalva leak point pressure (VLPP) determination series was repeated two times in each subject after finishing one series of VLPP measurement. The patients were classified into three groups according to VLPP; 1) ISD: VLPP≤60 cm H2O, 2) equivocal: 60<VLPP≤90 cm H2O, 3) anatomical incontinence (AI): VLPP>90 cm H2O. Chi-square test and multivariate (logistic regression test) analyses were performed to determine the factors associated with ISD. Results The mean patient age was 54.2 years (range, 44.5 to 68.4 years). Seventy-one women (38.3%) were in the ISD group and 70 (37.8%) in the AI group. The results of univariate and multivariate analyses found that women with ISD had a higher symptom grade than women with AI (P=0.001 and 0.0001, respectively). The number of patients in the ISD and AI group in accordance with the symptom grade were 7 (10%) and 44 (62%) in grade I, 50 (54%) and 23 (25%) in grade II, and 14 (63%) and 3 (14%) in grade III respectively. There was no correlation between VLPP and other clinical factors. Conclusions High symptom grade was the only independent clinical factor that predicted the presence of ISD. This should be considered when counseling the patients with SUI.
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Center-by-center results of a multicenter prospective trial to determine the inter-observer correlation of the simplified POP-Q in describing pelvic organ prolapse. Int Urogynecol J 2011; 23:579-84. [PMID: 22083515 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-011-1593-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/19/2011] [Accepted: 10/17/2011] [Indexed: 01/10/2023]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS This study was conducted to determine the differences in the inter-observer agreement of the simplified Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification (POP-Q) system from center to center in a large international multicenter study. METHODS This is a secondary analysis of the results of a large prospective single blind multicenter trial studying the inter-observer agreement of a simplified POP-Q exam. Twelve centers from four continents with a total of 511 subjects were included in this study. The number of subjects recruited per center ranged from 20 to 81. Each patient was independently examined by two investigators, with examination order randomly assigned and investigators blinded to each other's result. The weighted kappa statistic was used to evaluate the inter-observer agreement. RESULTS Good and significant associations were observed on the anterior, posterior, and apical segments. Six out of 11 sites did not provide adequate number of subjects with prior hysterectomy for weighted kappa statistics or achieve significance regarding vaginal cuff measurement. CONCLUSIONS The simplified POP-Q demonstrated good inter-examiner agreement across multiple centers.
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Downing KT. Uterine prolapse: from antiquity to today. Obstet Gynecol Int 2011; 2012:649459. [PMID: 22262975 PMCID: PMC3236436 DOI: 10.1155/2012/649459] [Citation(s) in RCA: 19] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/02/2011] [Revised: 08/26/2011] [Accepted: 08/26/2011] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Uterine prolapse is a condition that has likely affected women for all of time as it is documented in the oldest medical literature. By looking at the watershed moments in its recorded history we are able to appreciate the evolution of urogynecology and to gain perspective on the challenges faced by today's female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgeons in their attempts to treat uterine and vaginal vault prolapse."He who cannot render an account to himself of at least three thousand years of time, will always grope in the darkness of inexperience"-Goethe, Translation of Panebaker.
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- Keith T. Downing
- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology and Women's Health, Albert Einstein College of Medicine/Montefiore Medical Center, Bronx, NY 10461, USA
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Lensen EJM, Stoutjesdijk JA, Withagen MIJ, Kluivers KB, Vierhout ME. Technique of anterior colporrhaphy: a Dutch evaluation. Int Urogynecol J 2011; 22:557-61. [PMID: 21350970 PMCID: PMC3072509 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-010-1353-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 16] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/07/2010] [Accepted: 12/16/2010] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS To evaluate the variation in techniques of anterior colporrhaphy among members of the Dutch Urogynecologic Society. METHODS A questionnaire evaluating the technique of anterior colporrhaphy, preoperative and postoperative care, and use of the POP-Q score was sent out by e-mail. RESULTS One hundred thirty-three completed questionnaires were received. The response rate was 65%. There are large variations in incisions, use of hydrodissection, method of plication, and excision of redundant vaginal epithelium. The urinary catheter was generally removed on day 2 after surgery and the vaginal pack on day 1. Less than half of the respondents used the POP-Q score routinely. CONCLUSIONS Dutch gynecologists use a variety of surgical techniques to operate on a cystocele. This suggests that there is no widely accepted opinion on the best surgical approach. The lack of differentiation between central and lateral defects is striking and in contrast with the, mostly, American literature.
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- Ellen J M Lensen
- Obstetrics and Gynecology, Canisius-Wilhelmina Hospital, Nijmegen, Netherlands.
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The objective of this review is to discuss emerging concepts in pelvic organ prolapse, in particular, "What is cure?" In a post-trial data analysis of the CARE (Colpopexy and Urinary Reduction Efforts) trial, treatment success varied tremendously depending on the definition used (19.2%-97.2%). Definitions that included the absence of vaginal bulge symptoms had the strongest relationships with the patients' assessment of overall improvement and treatment success. As demonstrated by this study, there are several challenges in defining cure in prolapse surgery. Additionally, the symptoms of prolapse are variable. The degree of prolapse does not correlate directly with symptoms. There are many surgical approaches to pelvic organ prolapse. Multiple ways to quantify prolapse are used. There is a lack of standardized definition of cure. The data on prolapse surgery outcomes are heterogeneous. The goal of surgical repair is to return the pelvic organs to their original anatomic positions. Ideally, we have four main goals: no anatomic prolapse, no functional symptoms, patient satisfaction, and the avoidance of complications. The impact of transvaginal mesh requires thoughtful investigation. The driving force should be patient symptoms in defining cure of prolapse.
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- Una Lee
- Female Urology, Pelvic Medicine, and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Urology, UCLA School of Medicine, 200 UCLA Medical Plaza, Suite 140, Los Angeles, CA 90095 USA
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- Female Urology, Pelvic Medicine, and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Urology, UCLA School of Medicine, 200 UCLA Medical Plaza, Suite 140, Los Angeles, CA 90095 USA
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Manonai J, Mouritsen L, Palma P, Contreras-Ortiz O, Korte JE, Swift S. The inter-system association between the simplified pelvic organ prolapse quantification system (S-POP) and the standard pelvic organ prolapse quantification system (POPQ) in describing pelvic organ prolapse. Int Urogynecol J 2010; 22:347-52. [PMID: 20936258 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-010-1286-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 41] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/04/2010] [Accepted: 09/08/2010] [Indexed: 01/08/2023]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS The objective of this study is to determine the association between the POPQ and a simplified version of the POPQ. METHODS This was an observational study. The subjects with pelvic floor disorder symptoms underwent two exams: a POPQ exam and a simplified POPQ. To compare with the simplified POPQ, vaginal segments of the POPQ exam were defined using points Ba, Bp, C, and D. Primary outcome was the association between the overall ordinal stages from each exam. RESULTS One hundred forty-three subjects with mean age of 56 +/- 13 years. Twenty three subjects were status post-hysterectomy. The Kendall's tau-b statistic for overall stage was 0.80, for the anterior vaginal wall the Kendall's tau-b was 0.71, for the posterior vaginal wall segment the Kendall's tau-b was 0.71, for the cervix the Kendall's tau-b was 0.88, for the posterior fornix/vaginal cuff the Kendall's tau-b was 0.85. CONCLUSIONS There is substantial association between the POPQ and a simplified version of the POPQ.
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- Jittima Manonai
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine, Ramathibodi Hospital, Mahidol University, Bangkok, Thailand.
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Youn CS, Shin JH, Na YG. Comparison of TOA and TOT for Treating Female Stress Urinary Incontinence: Short-Term Outcomes. Korean J Urol 2010; 51:544-9. [PMID: 20733960 PMCID: PMC2924558 DOI: 10.4111/kju.2010.51.8.544] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/22/2010] [Accepted: 06/30/2010] [Indexed: 11/18/2022] Open
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PURPOSE The transobturator adjustable tape (TOA) sling operation is a new procedure that allows for the adjustment of tension after surgical intervention, thus permitting correction of postoperative incontinence or obstruction. The aim of this study was to compare the efficacy and safety of TOA with that of the transobturator tape (TOT) procedure. MATERIALS AND METHODS Between 2008 and 2009, women with stress urinary incontinence (SUI) underwent TOT (n=63) or TOA (n=40). The preoperative evaluation included history taking, physical examination, voiding diary, stress and 1-hour pad tests, and a comprehensive urodynamic examination. Postoperative evaluation was performed at the 1-week and 3-month postoperative follow-up visits. RESULTS The overall cure rate was 90.0% for the TOA group and 85.7% for the TOT group. The rate of satisfaction was higher in the TOA group than in the TOT group (95.0% vs. 85.6%). Four patients in the TOA group needed reduced tension as the result of urinary obstruction. The tension of the mesh was tightened in 1 patient because of a certain degree of continuing incontinence. The residual urine volume was significantly lower in the TOA group than in the TOT group (7.8 ml vs. 43 ml, p=0.01). CONCLUSIONS TOA allowed postoperative readjustment for a number of days after surgical intervention, which allowed for good short-term treatment outcomes. These data suggest that better subjective and objective results and residual urine volume can be obtained in the TOA group than those achieved with the traditional non-adjustable mesh and without significant postoperative complications.
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- Chang Shik Youn
- Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Chungnam National University, Daejeon, Korea
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Dannecker C, Friese K, Stief C, Bauer R. Urinary incontinence in women: part 1 of a series of articles on incontinence. DEUTSCHES ARZTEBLATT INTERNATIONAL 2010; 107:420-6. [PMID: 20607084 PMCID: PMC2896999 DOI: 10.3238/arztebl.2010.0420] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2008] [Accepted: 08/04/2009] [Indexed: 11/27/2022]
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BACKGROUND Urinary incontinence can arise in a woman of any age. Its prevalence is between 10% and 40%. The main clinical problems in urogynecology are stress urinary incontinence (involuntary leakage of urine on exertion, sneezing, or coughing) and the overactive bladder syndrome (nycturia, pollakisuria, and urinary urgency with or without incontinence). METHOD Selective literature search, with special attention to large-scale studies and to the guidelines of the German Society of Obstetrics and Gynecology (Deutsche Gesellschaft für Gynäkologie und Geburtshilfe, DGGG) and its Task Force on Urogynecology and Pelvic Floor Reconstruction (Arbeitsgemeinschaft Urogynäkologie und Beckenbodenrekonstruktion). RESULTS There are many diagnostic and therapeutic options, whose use should be based on the degree of the patient's suffering and on her motivation to be treated. Anticholinergic drugs are of established value in the treatment of overactive bladder. They are used in combination with possible lifestyle changes and bladder training. In some circum-stances, botulinum toxin injections can be considered as well. Stress incontinence should be treated conservatively (with pelvic floor training) before any surgical treatment is provided. The new tension-free vaginal tapes are just as effective as classic treatments, such as colposuspension, while being less invasive and enabling a more rapid recovery. CONCLUSION All women with urinary incontinence should undergo appropriate, specialized diagnostic evaluation and well-founded counseling in order to benefit from individualized treatment.
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- Christian Dannecker
- Klinikum der Universität München, Klinik und Poliklinik für Frauenheilkunde und Geburtshilfe - Grosshadern, München, Germany.
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Karp DR, Peterson TV, Jean-Michel M, Lefevre R, Davila GW, Aguilar VC. "Eyeball" POP-Q examination: shortcut or valid assessment tool? Int Urogynecol J 2010; 21:1005-9. [PMID: 20440479 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-010-1139-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/27/2010] [Accepted: 03/05/2010] [Indexed: 10/19/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS The objective of this study was to compare the results of the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification (POP-Q) examination by visual estimation to measurement. METHODS Women with pelvic organ prolapse underwent both "eyeball"/estimated and measured POP-Q examinations by two trained examiners in a randomized order. POP-Q points and stage were analyzed using the paired t test, chi-square, Pearson's correlation, and kappa statistics. RESULTS Fifty subjects had a mean age of 60, mean BMI 27.8, and median parity of 2. The POP-Q stages by the measured technique were 18% (9/50) stage 1, 38% (19/50) stage 2, 44% (22/50) stage 3, and 0% (0/50) stage 4. The POP-Q stages based on estimation and measurement were highly associated (p < 0.05). Individual points did not differ significantly between the techniques and did not differ significantly between examiners (all p > 0.05). CONCLUSION Among examiners who routinely perform POP-Q examinations, there is no significant difference between "eyeball"/estimated and measured POP-Q values and stage.
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- Deborah R Karp
- Department of Gynecology, Cleveland Clinic Florida, Weston, FL 33331, USA
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The role of urethral hypermobility and intrinsic sphincteric deficiency on the outcome of transobturator tape procedure: a prospective study with 2-year follow-up. Int Urogynecol J 2009; 21:173-8. [PMID: 19802505 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-009-1010-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 35] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/22/2009] [Accepted: 09/14/2009] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of intrinsic sphincter deficiency (ISD) and urethral hypermobility on the outcome of the transobturator tape (TOT). METHODS Sixty-five women were divided into three groups: group I, ISD with hypermobile urethra (n = 18); group II, ISD with fixed urethra (n = 16); and group III, hypermobile urethra without ISD (n = 31). Cure of stress urinary incontinence was defined if the patient had negative cough stress test. Cure and improvement rates were compared at 6, 12, and 24 months. RESULTS The cure and improvement rates of groups I and III were similar at 6, 12, and 24 months (96.1% vs 96.6%, 96.1% vs 96.6%, and 87.5 vs %96.4%, respectively). Group II had the lowest cure and improvement rates (68.7%, 66.7%, and 66.7%, respectively). CONCLUSION A lack of urethral hypermobility may be a risk factor for TOT failure.
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Validation of the pelvic organ prolapse quantification (POP-Q) system in left lateral position. Int Urogynecol J 2009; 20:979-83. [PMID: 19387526 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-009-0884-z] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/19/2008] [Accepted: 03/26/2009] [Indexed: 10/20/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS The purpose of this study is to examine the inter-observer reliability of the pelvic organ prolapse quantification (POP-Q) system in left lateral position. METHODS Women attending urogynaecology outpatient clinics were examined in the left lateral position using a digital examination and POP-Q. This was repeated separately by a second blinded clinician. The inter-observer agreement was calculated using the Cohen's kappa coefficient. The POP-Q examination was then performed with a woman lying in dorsal lithotomy position. The POP-Q findings in the two positions were compared. RESULTS Two hundred and eighteen women were recruited. The digital examination had a moderate inter-observer reliability with a kappa value of 0.54. The POP-Q showed a high degree of reliability (0.88). There was a high degree of correlation between the POP-Q findings in left lateral and lithotomy position (rho > 0.95, p < 0.001). CONCLUSION The POP-Q in the left lateral position is reliable, easy to perform, acceptable for patients, and is not a time-consuming examination.
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Inter-observer reliability of digital vaginal examination using a four-grade scale in different patient positions. Int Urogynecol J 2008; 19:1303-7. [PMID: 18458801 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-008-0635-6] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/12/2007] [Accepted: 04/01/2008] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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This study aims to compare digital vaginal examination with the patient in supine and standing position and to correlate the degree of pelvic organ prolapse (POP) with a prolapse quality of life (P-QOL) questionnaire. Two hundred and seven women with POP symptoms were digitally examined in supine and standing positions using a four-grade scale (none, minimal, moderate, and severe). P-QOL was used to assess the severity of prolapse symptoms. Cohen's kappa coefficient was used to calculate the inter-observer agreement and Spearman rank correlation test to assess the correlation between examination findings and P-QOL scores. Only vaginal examination findings in standing position had a good inter-observer reliability (kappa value 0.76-0.91). The severity of P-QOL scores only correlated with the examination findings in the standing position (P < 0.001). Digital examination of POP is unreliable if woman is supine but is reliable and correlates with symptoms and QOL impairment when the examination is performed with the patient standing.
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