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Original Article

The Ams Artificial Urinary Sphincter on the Bulbous Urethra

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Pages 165-167 | Received 19 Aug 1985, Published online: 09 Jul 2009
 

Abstract

An artificial sphincter with the cuff on the bulbous urethra was implanted in 29 patients with urinary incontinence. After a median observation time of 3 years, 19 patients were continent, four others were improved and the system had been removed in six cases. Urethral erosion occurred in only two cases, both due to infection. Use of low-pressure systems is recommended.

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