Stress urinary incontinence in women: Current and emerging therapeutic options

Authors

  • Samer Shamout
  • Lysanne Campeau

DOI:

https://doi.org/10.5489/cuaj.4613

Abstract

Surgical management of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is most commonly achieved by midurethral synthetic sling (MUS) insertion as a first-line surgical option. A great deal of research continues to evolve new management strategies to reach an optimal balance of high efficacy and minimal adverse events. This expert opinion review provides a brief and comprehensive discussion of recent advances and ongoing research in the management of SUI, with an emphasis on single-incision mini-slings, vaginal laser treatment, and cell-based therapy. It is based on data obtained from numerous published meta-analyses and original studies identified through literature search. Single-incision mini-slings appear equally effective initially compared with standard MUS (retropubic or transobturator) for the treatment of female SUI; however, this efficacy lacks durability evidence beyond one-year followup. There is a lack of sufficient clinical evidence to currently confirm long-term safety and effectiveness of cell-therapy and non-ablative vaginal laser therapy, besides suggestion of apparent initial safety. There are still significant challenges to overcome before widespread clinical practice of the latter two modalities. Future research should be aimed at identifying groups of patients who might benefit from these minimally invasive therapeutic options.

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Published

2017-06-13

How to Cite

Shamout, S., & Campeau, L. (2017). Stress urinary incontinence in women: Current and emerging therapeutic options. Canadian Urological Association Journal, 11(6S2), S155–8. https://doi.org/10.5489/cuaj.4613

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Supplement-Review