A novel solution for severe urinary incontinence in women with cystic fibrosis.
BACKGROUND
To explore whether Tension-free Vaginal Tape offers a solution for women with cystic fibrosis who suffer from severe stress incontinence.


METHODS
Four adults with cystic fibrosis were formally assessed by gynaecological and urological specialists, prior to hospital admission for surgery.


RESULTS
The procedure was tolerated well by all patients. In three, leakage ceased completely. The fourth patient experienced considerable improvement in symptoms.


CONCLUSIONS
Tension-free Vaginal Tape is a safe, effective and worthwhile solution for stress incontinence in females with cystic fibrosis.
Helm
J M
JM
Manchester Adult Cystic Fibrosis Centre, Wythenshawe Hospital, Southmoor Rd, Manchester M23 9LT, United Kingdom.
Langman
H
H
Dodd
M E
ME
Ahluwalia
A
A
Jones
A M
AM
Webb
A K
AK
D000328:Adult; D003550:Cystic Fibrosis / Q000150:complications* / Q000601:surgery; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008875:Middle Aged; D053825:Suburethral Slings; D016896:Treatment Outcome; D014550:Urinary Incontinence, Stress / Q000209:etiology / Q000601:surgery*