Recording: Management of post-prostatectomy incontinence
Post-prostatectomy incontinence (PPI) has a remarkable impact on patient satisfaction and health-related quality of life after radical prostatectomy. Several patients experience transient incontinence the first months postoperatively, with a final continence rate at 12 months ranging from 68 to 97%.
| Organiser | European School of Urology (ESU) |
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| CME | Not approved |
| Duration | Approx. 60 minutes |
The patient’s anatomy, tumour characteristics, surgical techniques, and surgical skills are contributing factors to PPI.
This recording aims to analyse the surgical anatomy and pathophysiology of PPI with a special focus on the treatments for this relevant condition.