The thoroughly revised, updated Second Edition of this standard-setting reference is a complete "how-to" guide to current techniques in urogynecologic surgery. Written by acknowledged master surgeons, the book gives step-by-step instructions on the most successful surgical procedures for repairing injuries to and congenital deformities of the female genitourinary tract. This edition describes many recently developed techniques, including laparoscopic procedures and the use of new prosthetic materials. Coverage also includes detailed guidelines on diagnosis, choice of surgical procedure, preoperative preparation, postoperative care, and prevention and management of complications. More than 200 photographs and diagrams complement the text

Table of Contents

1. Urogynecology: A Historical Perspective 2. Embryogenesis of the Female Reproductive Tract 3. Anatomy of Genital Support 4. Evaluation of Urinary Incontinence 5. Stress Urinary Incontinence - Corrective Approaches 5-1. Anterior Colporrhaphy 5-2. Transvaginal Needle Suspension Procedures 5-3. Paravaginal Repair 5-4. Retropubic Urethropexy or Colposuspension 5-5. Pubovaginal Slings 5-6. Innovative Surgery for Stress Urinary Incontinence 6. Detrusor Overactivity 7. Total Incontinence - Corrective Approaches 7-1. Management of Genitourinary Fistulas 7-2 Periurethral Injections 7-3. Implantation of Artificial Urinary Sphincters 8. Urethral Abnormalities 9. Urinary Tract Injuries 10. Urinary Drainage Devices 11. Urinary Diversio