Proximity of percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation needle insertion to surrounding anatomic structures: a cadaveric study.

Background: Percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation is a third-line treatment for overactive bladder and urgency urinary incontinence. During the procedure, a needle is inserted cephalad to the medial malleolus and posterior to the tibia. In recent years, permanent implants and leads have been developed for insertion into the medial ankle via a small incision.

Comparative analyses of attitude, knowledge, and recollection of preoperative counseling regarding pelvic mesh among women with or without a mesh-related complication.

Purpose: Our objective was to compare the recollection of preoperative counseling regarding mesh for pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and/or stress urinary incontinence (SUI) among women with or without a mesh-related complication (MRC). We hypothesized that the patients who had MRC would better recollect counseling regarding complications associated with mesh.

Methods: We conducted a retrospective cohort study among women who had prior implantation of synthetic, non-absorbable mesh for POP and/or SUI at least 3 months prior who presented with or without a MRC.

Development of a safety zone for rectus abdominis fascia graft harvest based on dissections of the ilioinguinal and iliohypogastric nerves.

Background: As a result of the vaginal mesh controversy, surgeons are performing more nonmesh, autologous fascia pubovaginal slings to treat stress urinary incontinence in women. The rectus abdominis fascia is the most commonly harvested site for autologous pubovaginal slings, so it is crucial that surgeons are familiar with the relationship between this graft harvest site and the ilioinguinal and iliohypogastric nerves, which can be injured during this procedure.

Objective: The aims of this study were as follows: (1) to estimate the safest area between the bilateral courses of the ilioinguinal and iliohypogastric nerves in which a rectus abdominis fascia graft could be harvested with minimal risk of injury to these nerves and (2) to determine the location and dimensions of a graft harvest site that maximized graft length while remaining close to the pubic symphysis.

Learner Satisfaction and Experience With a High-definition Telescopic Camera During Vaginal Procedures: A Randomized Controlled Trial.

Objective: The aim of this study was to compare learner satisfaction and experience with a table-mounted, projecting, high-definition telescopic camera system (VITOM) versus traditional learner observation during vaginal surgery.

Methods: Medical student and resident learners were randomized to vaginal surgery observation with or without the use of VITOM. We collected data on learner characteristics and their experience with vaginal surgery.

Money & Menopause: The Relationship Between Socioeconomic Class and Awareness about Menopause in Women in Mumbai, India.

Purpose: The primary aim of this study is to determine the awareness regarding menopause and its treatment options among women in Mumbai, India and correlate the same with the social class of the subject. In addition, this study also attempts to identify the attitude of Indian women toward menopause.

Methods: A cross-sectional study was conducted using a self-constructed semi structured questionnaire given to women between the ages of 35 and 55 years, currently residing in Mumbai.