The Role of the Artificial Urinary Sphincter in Female Incontinence in 2023: A Literature Update

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Abstract Purpose of Review This article provides a brief outline of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) treatments and the use of artificial urinary sphincters for the treatment of female incontinence, drawing from research published over the past decade. Through a review of the contemporary data, we hope to learn more about the efficacy of the artificial urinary sphincter (AUS), success and failure rates, durability, contraindications and comparative advantages over other treatment methods. Recent Findings The use of the AUS has become a more popular treatment choice for SUI, with a significant increase in device implantation over the last decade. Technological advancements have allowed the insertion of the device to become more successful and less invasive, leading to greater patient satisfaction overall. Summary There is an increasing trend towards the use of female AUS, with alternative techniques being employed to assist in complex patients with multiple previous surgeries. There is a growing database of evidence supporting its use however longer-term studies are needed.

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