Artificial urinary sphincter: lessons learned.

Journal Article (Journal Article;Review)

Since its introduction in 1973, the artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) has become widely accepted therapy, particularly for male incontinence. In this article, the authors review their experience with more than 600 artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) devices and discuss practical points concerning surgery and revisions. Their routine surgical approach as a means of reporting on technical lessons learned is also described.

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Duke Authors

Cited Authors

  • Peterson, AC; Webster, GD

Published Date

  • February 2011

Published In

Volume / Issue

  • 38 / 1

Start / End Page

  • 83 - vii

PubMed ID

  • 21353083

Electronic International Standard Serial Number (EISSN)

  • 1558-318X

Digital Object Identifier (DOI)

  • 10.1016/j.ucl.2010.12.011

Language

  • eng

Conference Location

  • United States