Hybrid slings in the treatment of stress urinary incontinence in women during the period of complications related to mesh implants
Abstract
Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a common condition that significantly impairs the quality of life of women. Existing surgical treatments, including the use of mesh implants, have been shown to be effective, but their use is associated with risks of complications such as organ perforation, infections, and tissue erosion. This has contributed to a decline in their popularity in recent years. As a result, there has been increased interest in alternative methods, such as autologous fascial slings, although these require an additional surgical procedure and carry risks of complications at the donor site of the graft.
Recently, hybrid slings combining traditional and modern technologies have been the subject of active research regarding their effectiveness. The modification of slings by using a combination of synthetic materials and natural grafts aims to improve the outcomes of surgical treatment for SUI.
This review article analyzes current data on the use of hybrid slings in treating stress urinary incontinence in women, highlighting their advantages and disadvantages compared to classical mesh implants. It also reviews the mechanisms by which they influence anatomical and functional surgical outcomes, as well as the potential risks and complications associated with their use.
About the Authors
A. G. Vardikian
ФГБОУ ВО «Башкирский государственный медицинский университет» Минздрава России
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
R. A. Kazikhinurov
ФГБОУ ВО «Башкирский государственный медицинский университет» Минздрава России
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
I. M. Nasibullin
ФГБОУ ВО «Башкирский государственный медицинский университет» Минздрава России
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
A. O. Papoian
ФГБОУ ВО «Башкирский государственный медицинский университет» Минздрава России; Клиника ФГБОУ ВО БГМУ
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
A. D. Allafouza
ФГБОУ ВО «Башкирский государственный медицинский университет» Минздрава России
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
D. R. Khabirova
ФГБОУ ВО «Башкирский государственный медицинский университет» Минздрава России
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
V. N. Pavlov
ФГБОУ ВО «Башкирский государственный медицинский университет» Минздрава России
Russian Federation
Russian Federation
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Vardikian A.G., Kazikhinurov R.A., Nasibullin I.M., Papoian A.O., Allafouza A.D., Khabirova D.R., Pavlov V.N. Hybrid slings in the treatment of stress urinary incontinence in women during the period of complications related to mesh implants. Bashkortostan Medical Journal. 2024;19(4):93-98. (In Russ.)
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