Radiographic evaluation of an artificial urinary sphincter (AMS 742).
The American Medical Systems' inflatable anti-incontinence device is a relatively new prosthesis. Its design, function, and proper method of radiographic evaluation in the pre- and postoperative patient are discussed. Complications peculiar to this device are demonstrated.
D006801:Humans; D011183:Postoperative Complications; D019736:Prostheses and Implants; D014549:Urinary Incontinence / Q000000981:diagnostic imaging / Q000601:surgery*; D014551:Urinary Tract / Q000601:surgery*; D014567:Urography