In a nutshell This study compared long-term outcomes of primary and secondary artificial urinary sphincters (AUS). Authors reported similar rates of treatment satisfaction, quality of life, and urinary continence between men fitted with their first AUS device and men fitted with their second device. Some background Artificial urinary...
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Diabetes increases the risk of some complications after artificial urinary sphincter placement
In a nutshell This study examined the effect of diabetes on outcomes with artificial urinary sphincters (AUS). Researchers reported that diabetes more than doubled the risk of erosion and/or infection within 5 years after AUS placement. Some background Artificial urinary sphincters (AUS) can help restore continence among men with severe stress...
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