An experimental implantable urinary sphincter.
An artificial urethral sphincter was implanted in 10 dogs and observed for periods up to 18 months. No necrosis or strictures of the urethra developed. The plastic part of the device failed in 10 to 18 months.
D000818:Animals; D004285:Dogs; D008297:Male; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D011474:Prosthesis Design; D013997:Time Factors; D014521:Urethra / Q000601:surgery*; D014549:Urinary Incontinence / Q000601:surgery*