Artificial urethral sphincter for incontinence in adults.
The artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) has been in use for more than 2 decades. This review describes the history, evolution and use of the AUS in adults. Current rates of success and mechanical reliability are reviewed. (c) 2001 Prous Science. All rights reserved.
Petrou
Steven P.
SP
Department of Urology, Mayo Clinic Jacksonville, Jacksonville, Florida and Department of Urology, Mayo Clinic and Mayo Foundation, Rochester, Minnesota, USA. petrou.steven@mayo.edu
Elliott
Daniel S.
DS