| anon7 |
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| 10/05/2008 18:42 |
TVT operation
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Can anyone reassure me about TVT operation. I've seen the gynaecologist because of stress incontinence - (I'm sure many of us over 50's know all about it!). I have to undergo urodynamics (!) and probably TVT operation following the tests. The stress incontinence isn't dreadful, just a nuisance if I try to run or when out on a long walk. Has anyone out there got a success story to tell?
| Flo2604 |
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| 10/05/2008 21:31 |
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I have assisted many ops. and they have all been reported as very successful, and the ladies have recovered very quickly post op.
It's a great technique, and I would have it done if the need arose, - and I guess coming from a theatre nurse, that says something.
Just make sure you have a consultant that is experienced and has done many of these procedures. the reason I say that is because in some areas, they are only just beginning to introduce them.
Good luck
Flo
| diane_s |
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| 11/05/2008 00:21 |
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Forgive me. But what does TVT operation mean? I`m nearly 50 and suffer the odd little spot of leakage from time to time. A friend recommended buying pelvic floor workout cones.They are really easy to use and strenghten the pelvic floor muscles. You can`t fail to use these muscles incorrectly. When you pop one in you automatically have to use these muscles to stop it falling out. With practice you can then work up to the next weight of cones.These really work. I`ve had mine a few years maybe there are still available on the internet. Failing that ask your doctor. They should be informed of these. Many women are so improved that they no longer need corrective surgery. You do need to make the effort to exercise with them daily at least twice a day for the first 6/8 week for about 10 mins. at a time. The effort is well worth it. It will reduce or stop these little accidents, and have the added bonus of more affection from your husband. Best of look.
Di S.
| Flo2604 |
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| 11/05/2008 10:18 |
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Trans Vaginal tape, and it's a minimally invasive procedure which is inserted to basically provide a sort of drawstring effect that stops stress incontinence.
Flo
| anon7 |
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| 11/05/2008 13:38 |
Re: TVT operation
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Thanks Flo for this. I thought there was a problem with my pelvic floor but, according to the consultant, it's not too bad! I think they've carried out about 900 ops since 1999 and they quote an 86% success rate. Still terrified though!
| Peeps |
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| 12/05/2008 23:23 |
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Hi Anon,
I had this op 2 years ago and it's made such a difference to my everyday life.
I was only in hospital for 36 hours after very little discomfort and no problems. Initialy, straight afterwards you will wake up to a catheter and be confined to bed but as soon as you are 'disconnected' and can perform your bodily functions normaly (!?) then you go home being careful not to lift, drive or over exert yourself for a while.
Go for it. You won't regret it, all the best
Peeps x
| patdock |
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| 18/05/2008 15:17 |
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I have a friend who had that operation and was fine after. No problems whatsoever. I just use Tena Ladies.Best thing since sliced bread as far as I am concerned
Good luck
| Anne9339 |
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| 30/10/2008 20:07 |
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Re: TVT operation
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Anyone out there that's had this procedure felt that they had not been given the full facts of how they might feel after the op. I've just had it done, last week, and have to say that I'm not feeling so good. I also had posterior repair done at same time so maybe that's added to discomfort. I thought I would be in hospital for only 1 night but was in for 3. Am still 'losing'after 8 days. Is this normal? Can anyone tell me how successful it has been for them. I'm 59.