title: Use of the Cobb-Ragde needle in pubovaginal sling surgery.
abstract: The use of the suburethral sling in the treatment of intrinsic sphincter deficiency has grown in popularity and acceptance. The technique of pubovaginal sling surgery with the use of the Cobb-Ragde needle is described. This method combines the familiar use of the urethropexy suspension needle with the simplicity of the transvaginal approach.
authors.affiliation: Department of Urology, Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, Florida 32224, USA.
authors.forename: S P
authors.initials: SP
authors.lastname: Petrou
mesh_terms: D005205:Fascia / Q000637:transplantation*; D005260:Female; D005500:Follow-Up Studies; D006801:Humans; D009339:Needles; D018579:Patient Selection; D011182:Postoperative Care; D013536:Suture Techniques; D014521:Urethra / Q000601:surgery*; D001743:Urinary Bladder / Q000601:surgery; D014550:Urinary Incontinence, Stress / Q000145:classification / Q000601:surgery*; D014621:Vagina / Q000601:surgery