Transobturator Tape Research Articles

Transobturator tape surgery experience: Urodynamic evaluation of 220 patients in a single tertiary center in Turkey

Background/Aim. Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is the involuntary leakage of urine after increased intraabdominal pressure, and it causes a significant public health problem by reducing the quality of life, causing sexual dysfunction, and increasing the cost of care due to in-creased morbidity. The aim of the study was to investigate the intra? and postoperative results and complication rates of the transobturator tape (TOT) procedures used for SUI treatments in a tertiary center located in central Turkey. Methods. This prospective study analyzed a total of 220 patients undergoing TOT procedures for SUI. The demo-graphic and clinical characteristics, preoperative and post-operative cystometry values, and operative outcome parameters of the study participants were analyzed. Results. While no significant difference was noted between the preoperative and postoperative periods with respect to residual volume (27.09 ? 8.51 mL vs. 26.01 ? 3.51 mL, p = 0.125), there were significant differences in terms of the first urinary urge (142.61 ? 20.25 mL vs. 145.64 ? 20.91 mL, p < 0.001), maximum bladder capacity (423.70 ? 38.43 mL vs. 402.32 ? 39.46 mL, p < 0.001), the Q-tip angle (45.54 ? 5.330 vs. 43.81 ? 6.150, p = 0.001), the maxi-mum flow rate (37.65 ? 11.54 mL/s vs. 24.38 ? 9.26 mL/s, p < 0.001), average flow rate (19.92 ? 9.64 mL/s vs. 14.77 ? 8.71 mL/s, p < 0.001), the number of urinations in the daytime (7.29 ? 1.35 vs. 6.58 ? 1.29, p < 0.001), and the number of urinations at nighttime (1.48 ? 1.01 vs. 0.92 ? 0.83, p < 0.001). Conclusion. The TOT procedure im-proves the quality of life of SUI patients and can reduce morbidity. Nevertheless, additional studies are needed to corroborate our findings and determine the long-term effects.

A new promising approach to urodynamic stress urinary incontinence care can help menopausal women.

The goal of this study is to evaluate the effectiveness of single-incision mini-sling in the surgical treatment of postmenopausal urodynamic stress urinary incontinence (SUI) compared to the standard trans-obturator mid-urethral sling. This prospective study was carried out in two tertiary centres; Al-Azhar University Maternity & Urology Hospitals. A total of 120 postmenopausal women with urodynamic SUI were randomized to undergo either single-incision mini-sling (n = 60) or standard trans-obturator mid-urethral sling procedure (n = 60) from May 2019 until Oct 2021. Main outcome measures: efficacy was evaluated utilizing objective cure rate (cough stress test) and subjective cure rate (Sandvik incontinence severity index and International Consultations on Incontinence Questionnaire - Short Form), intraoperative and postoperative complications, and postoperative pain (using a visual analogue scale). The single-incision mini-sling (SIMS) and transobturator tape (TOT) groups had no statistically significant difference in subjective and objective cure rates (p > 0.05). Compared with the transvaginal tape O group, patients in the SIMS group had significantly less postoperative pain, shorter operative duration, and less intraoperative blood loss (all p-values < 0.05). No significant difference in perioperative complications was observed between both groups. Single-incision mini-sling was superior to TOT in postmenopausal as SIMS is of similar effectiveness, more safe and minimally invasive with earlier ambulance.

A Comparative Study of Outside-In and Inside-Out Transobturator Tape Procedures for Female Stress Urinary Incontinence: 5-Year Outcomes

A Comparative Study of Outside-In and Inside-Out Transobturator Tape Procedures for Female Stress Urinary Incontinence: 5-Year Outcomes

Trans-Obturator Tension Appliance Tape for failed Mid-Urethral Sling when and how?

Background &amp; Objectives: Female urinary incontinence is a significant health issue affecting adult women, most suffering from stress incontinence. It affects the quality of life. Recurrence after surgery is difficult for the patients and the surgeon. There is no precise data to show how to treat failed Transobturator tape. Transobturator tape with tension may be an alternative method in applying proper tension in the mid urethra to correct the incontinence. We describe our experience to evaluated outcomes of the second mid-urethral sling with tension to treat recurrent incontinence after the failure of the first mid-urethral sling. Methods: A prospective cohort study was conducted between Oct. 2012 to March 2019. A total of 16 patients with failed Transobturator tape surgery underwent second trans-obturator Mid-Urethral Sling surgery. Preoperative data and postoperative complications were recorded. All patients were followed for one year. Results: Sixteen women after failed Mid-Urethral Sling surgery were evaluated. At a mean follow-up of 7.5 months, the cure rate was 62.5% (10 out of 16) patients. Partial cure (improvement) was achieved in 25% ( 4 patients out of 16) and failure in 2 patients, 12.5%. There were statistically significant improvements after surgery in the Q-tip test and the number of the pads. Conclusion: Repeat Transobturator tape with tension treatment tends to result in good outcomes with a reasonable physician-determined success rate.

Clinical Outcomes of Mid-Urethral Sling (MUS) Procedures for the Treatment of Female Urinary Incontinence: A Multicenter Study.

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) has a significant impact on the quality of life of many women. Due to embarrassment, most women do not seek medical attention for this condition. The treatment of this problem includes preventive therapies, and in the more advanced stage of urinary incontinence, surgery is a solution. Despite doubts regarding the implantation of urological tapes, the use of tension-free minimally invasive methods constitutes the "gold standard" in the treatment of stress urinary incontinence in women. The purpose of this article was to evaluate the efficacy and safety of ultralight, polypropylene urogynecological tape (Dallop® NM ULTRALIGHT, Tricomed S.A., Poland) in the surgical treatment of female stress urinary incontinence and mixed urinary incontinence. This is a multicenter, retrospective cohort study. The included women were adults with stress urinary incontinence (Grade 2 with a positive cough test or Grade 3) or had mixed urinary incontinence and who had undergone "retropubic" or "transobturator" surgery and completed a postoperative follow-up. The study included 68 women from three hospitals. All women completed &lt;6-month and &gt;6-month follow-ups. The median age was 55 (range 36-80). The average value of BMI in the "retropubic" group was 28.6 ± 5.58, and in the "transobturator" group, it was 26.1 ± 4.60. Sixty-three percent (63%, n = 43) of patients were operated on using the "transobturator" method, while thirty-seven percent (37%, n = 25) were operated on using the "retropubic" method. Both the "retropubic" and "transobturator" groups had comparable results in the treatment of SUI. The study showed efficiencies of 84% for the "transobturator" method and 80% for the "retropubic" method. In the "retropubic" group, intraoperative complications were reported in three patients (7%), in comparison to none in the "transobturator" group. There were no tape-related adverse events or infections reported in any case. The presented research confirms the safety and efficacy of retropubic and transobturator tape methods in both short- and long-term follow-up-the success rate was over 80%. In addition to the surgical method used, the experience of the surgeons also has an impact on the final outcome of the surgery. The conducted multi-center study offers the opportunity to eliminate the influence of the human factor on the effectiveness of the procedure.

Role of Trans Obturator Tape (TOT) in the Treatment of Urinary Incontinence

Role of Trans Obturator Tape (TOT) in the Treatment of Urinary Incontinence

Surgical Effect Observation and Treatment Strategy Analysis of Pseudo Urgency Syndrome.

Background and Objectives: pseudo urgency syndrome among patients with mixed incontinence (MUI) causes and the corresponding treatment strategies is explored. Materials and Methods: A total of 40 patients with MUI are treated with transobturator tape (TOT) and/or solifenacin succinate. Further, 30 patients with simple stress urinary incontinence (SUI) that were treated with transobturator tape (TOT) from the period of December 2018 to August 2020 are retrospectively analyzed; then, their clinical characteristics and therapeutic effects were summarized and analyzed. Results: The effective rates of SUI symptoms in MUI and simple SUI groups were 85% and 90%, respectively; further, the difference was noted as not statistically significant (P &gt; 0.05). Among the 40 patients with MUI, 12 patients had unstable bladder contraction, and the other 28 patients showed normal bladder compliance. The treatment effectiveness rates of SUI symptoms in patients with unstable bladder contraction and normal bladder compliance were 83.3% and 85.7%, respectively; further, no significant difference was noted (P &gt; 0.05). However, the effective rates of urge urinary incontinence (UUI) were 50% and 85.7%, respectively, however the difference was noted as statistically significant (P &lt; 0.05). Conclusions: Most of the UUI symptoms in MUI patients may be "pseudo urgency syndrome" caused by the worry about the leakage of urine, rather than a real sense of UUI that is caused by excessive bladder excitement. Direct surgical treatment in patients with MUI can improve the symptoms of urinary incontinence, and the effect is more obvious in patients with urinary frequency who have normal bladder compliance according to urodynamics.

A modified mid-urethral sling technique for stress urinary incontinence: Three-year results of a prospective randomized trial in comparison with original transobturator tape procedure.

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is the most common subtype of urinary incontinence, which causes many social, psychological, and economic problems. Mid-urethral sling (MUS) surgery is popular worldwide for the treatment of SUI. We aimed to define a new modified mid-urethral sling technique (mMUS) in SUI treatment and to compare it with transobturator tape (TOT) surgery in terms of safety and efficiency. A prospective, randomized study was planned with 126 women suffering from SUI. The patients were randomly divided into two groups, TOT and mMUS. In mMUS, the obturator membrane was not perforated. The objective and subjective symptoms, pain, quality-of-life measures, and side effect profiles were assessed in a 3-year follow-up. The visual analogue scale (VAS) was used for postoperative pain assessment. The International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Female Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (ICIQ-FLUTS) and Patient Global Impression of Improvement (PGI-I) were used for cure assessment scales. In total, 96 patients completed 3-year follow-up (TOT, n = 49 and mMUS, n = 47). There was no statistical difference between the procedures in terms of cure rates (87.75% and 87.23%, respectively; p = 0.614). Mean VAS scores at 8 and 24 h postoperatively were significantly higher in the TOT group (p < 0.05). There was no significant difference between the groups in VAS scores after 24 h. There was no significant difference between groups in terms of pad test results, ICIQ, or PGI scores at baseline and 36 months after surgery. We showed that the mMUS procedure was as safe and effective as TOT, with less postoperative groin pain and complications.

VJY01 - Transobturator tape (TOT) removal by combined vaginal and abdominal robotic-assisted laparoscopic approaches

VJY01 - Transobturator tape (TOT) removal by combined vaginal and abdominal robotic-assisted laparoscopic approaches

Transobturator-tape outside in (TVT-O) as saviour for female stress urinary incontince without available cystoscope for gynecologist: A case series

SUI affects quality of life. Ulmsten and Petros reported mid urethral sling operations using Tension-free Vaginal Tape (TVT) and Delorme used Transobturator Tape (TOT). Cystoscopy is often used in retropubic sling procedures to identify lower urinary tract injury. Cystoscopy protects patients and accurately identifies iatrogenic injuries. The goal is to evaluate the efficacy of a standard Trans-Obturator (TOT-O) mid urethral sling for female Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) without intraoperative cystoscopy. A total of 120 female SUI patients from 2014 to 2019 were studied. Stress-related incontinence and diaper use were preoperative variables. Under spinal anesthesia, the procedure improved stress incontinence, sexual dysfunction, complications, and overall satisfaction. All patients improved after the procedure, and 116 (96.6%) completely resolved. Post-operative complications included urinary retention in 3 patients (2.5%), increased daytime urinary frequency in 3 (2.5%), urge incontinence in 4 (3.33%), groin/thigh pain in 2 (1.66%), and local mesh excision for mesh erosion in 1 (0.83%). Open EPI software calculated insignificant p values for clinical profile and satisfaction with symptom resolution. Brief Index of SF for Women was used to assess sexual function. At 6-month followup, all patients were satisfied with sexual function. TOT-O technique for female stress urinary incontinence is easy to learn and reproducible for beginners.

EP48.06: Postoperative complications after tension‐free vaginal tape versus transobturator tape procedure for Ssress urinary incontinence

EP48.06: Postoperative complications after tension‐free vaginal tape versus transobturator tape procedure for Ssress urinary incontinence

Tension-Free Vaginal Tape and Polyacrylamide Hydrogel Injection for Primary Stress Urinary Incontinence: 3-Year Followup from a Randomized Clinical Trial.

We sought to determine whether polyacrylamide hydrogel (PAHG) is noninferior to tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) in the treatment of women with primary stress urinary incontinence (SUI). In this noninferiority trial, 223 women eligible for operative SUI treatment were randomized for TVT (110) or PAHG (113). Primary outcome was patient satisfaction and the noninferiority margin for the difference was 20%. Secondary outcomes were effectiveness and complications. At 3 years, 188 (84.3%) women attended the followup. The satisfaction score (visual analogue scale 0-100) median was 98.5 (IQR 90-100) in the TVT group and 90.0 (IQR 70-100) in the PAHG group, whereas a score ≥80 was reached in 87 (94.6%) and 65 (67.7%), respectively (difference 26.9%, 95% CI 16.7% to 36.8%). Thus, PAHG did not meet the noninferiority criteria set in our study. The cough stress test was negative in 88 (95.7%) of TVT patients vs 75 (78.1%) of PAHG patients (difference 17.5%, 95% CI 8.6% to 26.9%). Any peri- or postoperative complication before crossover between the groups was detected in 40 (43.5%) women in the TVT group and 23 (24.0%) women in the PAHG group (difference 19.5%, 95% CI 6.8% to 31.4%). In midterm followup, PAHG did not reach in patient satisfaction the noninferiority set in our study. Furthermore, mid urethral TVT slings show better subjective and objective cure rates than PAHG. However, complications were more often associated with TVT. Since the majority of PAHG treated women were also cured or improved, primary SUI women can be offered PAHG as a safe and durable alternative treatment.

Modification of bladder thermodynamics in stress urinary incontinence patients submitted to trans-obturator tape: A retrospective study based on urodynamic assessment.

Importance: It needs to be clarified whether trans-obturator tape (TOT)-enhanced urethral resistance could impact the voiding function. Objective: Although TOT has been well-recognized for enhancing urethral resistance to restore continence in stress urinary incontinence (SUI) patients, whether the bladder’s voiding functions adapt to the TOT-enhanced resistance has not been adequately investigated. This study thereby aimed to investigate whether TOT impacts the bladder’s thermodynamic efficacy during the voiding phase. Design: A retrospective analysis of urodynamics performed before and after TOT was assessed. Setting: A tertiary referral hospital in Taiwan. Participants: A total of 26 female SUI patients who underwent urodynamic investigations before and after TOT. Main outcomes and measures: The area enclosed by the pressure-volume loop (Apv), which represents the work performed by the bladder during voiding, in a pressure-volume analysis established by plotting the detrusor pressure versus intra-vesical volume was retrospectively analyzed. Paired Student’s t-tests were employed to assess the difference in values before and after the operation. Significance in difference was set at p < 0.05. Results: TOT increased Apv in 20 of 26 (77%) patients and significantly increased the mean Apv compared to the preoperative control (2.17 ± 0.18 and 1.51 ± 0.13 × 103 cmH2O-ml, respectively p < 0.01). TOT also increased the mean urethral resistance (1.03 ± 0.30 vs. 0.29 ± 0.05 cmH2O-sec/ml, p < 0.01) and mean voiding pressure (25.87 ± 1.72 and 19.30 ± 1.98 cmH2O p < 0.01) but did not affect the voided volume and voiding time. Moreover, the TOT-induced Apv increment showed a moderate correlation with the changes in urethral resistance and voiding pressure (both r > 0.5) but no correlation with changes in voided volume or voiding time. It is remarkable that the TOT-induced urethral resistance increment showed a strong correlation with changes in voiding pressure (r > 0.7). Conclusion and Relevance: The bladder enhances thermodynamic efficacy by adapting the voiding mechanism to increased urethral resistance caused by TOT. Further studies with higher case series and longer follow-ups should assess whether this effect could be maintained over time or expire in a functional detrusor decompensation, to define diagnostic criteria that allow therapeutic interventions aimed at its prevention during the follow-up. Clinical Trial Registration: (clinicaltrials.gov), identifier (NCT05255289)

Transobturator tape versus single incision sling: how are they different? Clinical outcomes and ultrasonographic features of two mid-urethral slings.

Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is usually treated with mid-urethral slings. The best approach is still debated and the relationship between slings and pelvic structures is not completely understood. The aim of this study is to identify any difference between trans-obturator tape (TOT) and single incision sling (minisling). Patients submitted to TOT or minisling were included in the study. Q-tip and stress test, ICIQ-SF questionnaire, PGI-I validated score, and 2D/3D transvaginal ultrasound parameters were collected at 1- and 6-month follow-up. Correlations between ultrasound parameters and clinical outcomes, PGI-I and ICIq-SF, were performed. 61 patients were included in the study. PGI-I score was significantly lower in the minisling group than in TOT group at 1-month (p = 0.016) and 6-month follow-up (p = 0.076). The median distance between the sling and the lumen of urethra was significantly higher and the angle between the branches of the sling was significantly narrower in the minisling group. There were significant differences in distances between the sling and the bladder neck at 1-month and 6-month follow-up. An inverse correlation between angle of the branches and the Q-tip test was observed (p = 0.059 Pearson's Rho -0.578). PGI-I correlated also with angle of the branches (p = 0.009, Pearson's Rho 0.503). Patients undergoing TOT or minisling are similarly satisfied but show differences at ultrasound exam at 1- and 6-month follow-up. Pelvic floor ultrasound could be used in a short-term follow-up to visualize the sling position and to plan the most appropriate follow-up strategy.

Female Stress Urinary Incontinence: Our Experience with Transobturator Tape

Female Stress Urinary Incontinence: Our Experience with Transobturator Tape

Sequential combined approach in patients with mixed urinary incontinence: surgery followed by posterior tibial nerve stimulation.

The aim of the study was to demonstrate the efficacy of sequential combined treatment with transobturator tape (TOT) followed by posterior tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) in patients with mixed urinary incontinence (MUI); quality of life and patients' satisfaction was also assessed. Retrospective analysis on women affected by MUI with prevalent Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) component. Women, divided in 2 groups, underwent different treatments, TOT vs. TOT+PTNS. Population was assessed by medical history, previous pelvic surgery, clinical exam, urodynamic exams, pelvic ultrasound examination, and questionnaires (The International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire Short Form, Overactive Bladder Questionnaire, Health Related Quality of Life) comparing them before and after 12 weeks after treatment. One hundred twelve women were enrolled in the study. The mean age was 57.96±7.34 in the first group (N.=60) and 58.29±6.14 in the second group (N.=52). Peak flow (mL/s) statistically improved after treatment, 22.23±4.29 (TOT) vs. 24.81±5.8 (TOT+PTNS). First voiding desire (mL) improved significantly between the two groups 108.72±19.24 vs. 142.43±19.98. Maximum cystometric capacity (mL) in the TOT group at 12-weeks was 328.76±82.44 vs. TOT+PTNS group of 396.26±91.21. Detrusor pressure at peak flow(cmH2O) showed a greater improvement in TOT+PTNS than TOT alone 14.45±6.10 vs. 11.89±54.49. At 12-week, urinary diary and quality of life improved in terms of urgent urination events, mean number of voids, urge symptoms and nocturia events. The Patient Impression of Global Improvement (PGI-I) after 3 months was better in combined group. Combined and sequential TOT+PTNS is more effective compared to TOT alone in MUI patients with prevalent SUI component.

Translabial ultrasound evaluation after tension-free transobturator tape technique: Outcomes based on the tape's position.

The purpose of this study was to evaluate the feasibility and accuracy of postoperative translabial ultrasound to assess the position of the tape implanted with the tension-free transobturator tape technique. We enrolled women with clinically and urodynamically proven type I or II stress urinary incontinence who were referred for transobturator tape treatment. A total of 50 women underwent a transobturator tape procedure and were included in the analysis. We divided the patients into two study groups (group A and group B), characterized by normal and obstructed flow at least 30 days after the surgical procedure visit, respectively. We performed a translabial ultrasound evaluation to assess the suburethral localization of the sling. On the longitudinal scan, the distance between the bladder neck and the suburethral sling was >10 mm in all patients in group A (16.7 ± 1.6). On the contrary, the values in group B were ≤10 mm (5.3 ± 4.8). Our findings highlight the role of a skilled sonographic operator performing translabial ultrasound as a first-line method for evaluating postoperative transobturator tape procedure and sling positioning. Moreover, translabial ultrasound could be helpful to determine a "cutoff" of the bladder neck to sling distance, as this is related to the onset of the obstruction.

Effects of transobturator tape procedure on female sexual function at 2-year follow-up: A prospective cohort study with matched control group.

We aimed to compare the effect of elapsed time on sexual function in women who underwent a transobturator tape (TOT) procedure for stress urinary incontinence (SUI) with continent controls. Urinary and sexual function of 70 females were assessed preoperatively at month 6 and postoperatively at month 24 in the study group. Forty-five patients without urinary incontinence and demographically matched with the study group were assessed for sexual function at first administration and 24 months later in the control group. The Female Sexual Function Index (FSFI) was used. The baseline total FSFI score (23.4 ± 3.2 vs 27.0 ± 4.3, P < .001) was significantly lower in patients with SUI. There was a slight increase (24.0 ± 3.0, P = .167) in sexual function at the end of 2 years in the study group, whereas in the control group, the total FSFI score (25.0 ± 4.5, P < .001) decreased significantly within 2 years. The success of the incontinence surgery was associated with higher long-term sexual function scores. Successful TOT surgery can improve sexual function in women with SUI. This improvement decreases less over time compared to healthy controls.

The Relationship between Anxiety and Depression Levels and General Health Status before and 12 Months after SUI Treatment in Postmenopausal Women from the Lower Silesian Population.

Menopause is often the cut-off point from which most cases of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) in women begin. This dysfunction affects not only the physical experience of the patient, but is also related to the psychological aspects, leading to a reduced quality of life. Despite the large number of patients with SUI and the frequent use of surgical treatment for this condition, there are few scientific reports evaluating the effectiveness of the procedure in terms of reducing depressive symptoms or improving overall health. The aim of this study was to evaluate the relationship between anxiety and depression and general health status before and 12 months after surgical treatment for SUI in postmenopausal women. Seventy-five patients qualified for the study, but due to the long study duration, both sets of questionnaires were eventually obtained from 60 postmenopausal patients. All patients that qualified for the study had a trans obturator tape (TOT) procedure. All patients enrolled in the project were given the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (hAdS) and King’s Health Questionnaire (KHQ). After 12 months of surgery with midurethral slings, symptoms of depression were present in only a small number of subjects, 11.7%, and anxiety was present in 13.3% of the entire group. The study confirms that patients with a general poor health condition may suffer from depression or anxiety, and therefore may also need psychological treatment. Patients with SUI should therefore receive therapeutic care from a multidisciplinary team, in which therapeutic activities are divided between doctors, nurses, physiotherapists and psychologists. As a result of the treatment, after 12 months, we confirmed a significant improvement in patients with depression and anxiety disorders.

Use of Magnetic Resonance Imaging in women with suspected complications following insertion of implants for pelvic organ prolapse and stress urinary incontinence surgery

ObjectiveTo evaluate the role of Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) in women presenting with suspected implant complications following surgery for pelvic organ prolapse (POP) and stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Study designRetrospective single-centre cohort study in a designated tertiary referral centre. All women with vaginally and/or abdominally placed implants for POP or SUI who were referred with suspected mesh complications, and investigated with an MRI scan, between January 2018-October 2020 were included in the study. Results97 women were identified over this time-period with a total of 123 implants, a median age of 55 years (Range: 34–79) and an average insertion to presentation time of 84 months (Range: 2–300). 78% (74) had one implant in situ, with the remainder having at least 2 in situ. Transobturator tapes (TVT-O/TOT) were the most common implants [35% (43)]. Chronic Pelvic or abdominal pain was the most common clinical symptom [73.2% (71/112 primary complaints)] with provoked tenderness on examination being the most common clinical finding [27.8% (32/115 clinical findings)].MRI was more likely to detect abdominally placed implants [100% (all 30)] and Retropubic Tapes [89% (16/18)] when compared to Transvaginal POP implants [87.5% (28/32)] and TVT-O/TOT [67% (29/43)]. MRI identified both cases of Sacrocolpopexy mesh rupture as well as all 11 cases of infection (100%). In 91% (10/11) of these cases, MRI revealed the infection to be more widespread than clinical findings initially suspected. Cohen’s Kappa demonstrated excellent correlation between MRI and surgical findings in cases with implant related infection, rupture and normal findings (κ = 1; z = 4.58; p = 0.00000459). Conclusion(s)MRI can be a useful tool in assessment and management of patients with complications from implants. MRI can detect infection that may be more extensive that is initially clinically apparent in the outpatient setting. Abdominal implants appear to be easier to detect than transvaginal meshes and trans obturator tapes.