No-Scalpel Vasectomy
Vasectomy is a simple, safe, and effective means of permanent birth control or sterility. Each year about one-half million men in the United States are choosing vasectomy as their method of birth control. It is an important decision because it is potentially irreversible. Two are two important decisions that you need to make before proceeding […]
Urethral Diverticulum
What is a urethral diverticulum? A urethral diverticula is described as a cystic structure that is adjacent to the urethra. It is thought to arise from the glands that are situated just next to the urethra. The prevalence is unknown, however it is reported to occur between 1% and 6% of adult females. Symptoms may […]
Vaginal Mesh Complications
What is surgical mesh? Surgical mesh is a screen-like material that is used as a reinforcement for tissue or bone. It can be made of synthetic polymers or biopolymers. Materials used for surgical mesh include: Non-absorbable synthetic polymers (polypropylene). Absorbable synthetic polymers (polyglycolic acid or polycaprolactone). Biologic (acellular collagen sourced from cows or pigs). Composite (a combination of any […]
Hysterectomy
Hysterectomies are routine gynecological procedures used to remove a woman’s uterus and sometimes her ovaries and fallopian tubes as well. When the uterus is removed, women are no longer capable of bearing children. They also stop menstruating and if the ovaries are removed, they will also enter menopause. Did you know… that by age 60, […]
Rectocele Repair
What is posterior vaginal wall prolapse? About 1 in 10 women require surgery for vaginal prolapse. A prolapse of the back (posterior) wall of the vagina is usually due to a weakness in the strong tissue layer (fascia) that divides the vagina from the lower part of the bowel (rectum). This weakness may cause difficulty […]
Cystocele Repair (bladder lift)
Over 120,000+ cases of uterine and vaginal vault prolapse are surgically treated each year in the U.S. Prolapse (or falling) of any pelvic floor organ (vagina, uterus, bladder or rectum) occurs when the connective tissues or muscles within the body cavity are weak and unable to hold the pelvis in its natural orientation. The weakening […]
Hysteropexy (uterine lift)
Vaginal and Uterine Suspension Procedures Over 120,000+ cases of uterine and vaginal vault prolapse are surgically treated each year in the U.S. Prolapse(or falling) of any pelvic floor organ (vagina, uterus, bladder or rectum) occurs when the connective tissues or muscles within the body cavity are weak and unable to hold the pelvis in its […]
Sacral Colpopexy
Introduction Vaginal prolapse is a common condition causing symptoms such as a sensation of bulging, fullness or pressure in the vagina; difficulty emptying the bowel or bladder, and backache. About 1 in 10 women need surgery for prolapse of the uterus or vagina. Vault prolapse is when the upper vaginal support weakens, resulting in the […]
Botox Injection
Botulinum Toxin (BOTOX) for the Bladder Introduction Botox is currently FDA-approved for the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB) and neurogenic detrusor overactivity (NDO). Proper bladder function requires an intact pathway from the brain, to the spinal cord, to the peripheral nerves going to the bladder. Nerve damage occurs to the bladder due to a variety […]
Vesicovaginal Fistula
What is genitourinary fistula? Genitourinary fistulas are abnormal passages or openings between the vagina, urethra, bladder or ureter. This abnormal passage may occur between the vagina and/or uterus and the bladder, urethra or ureter and is called a fistula tract. Typically caused by trauma from surgery or during delivery, a genitourinary fistula tract will cause […]