Vesicovaginal Fistula and Mesh Erosion After Perigee (Transobturator Polypropylene Mesh Anterior Repair)

Brian S. Yamada, Fred E. Govier, Ksenija B. Stefanovic, Kathleen C. Kobashi

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Abstract

The transobturator polypropylene mesh system is a new approach in the surgical treatment of anterior vaginal wall prolapse. We report the case of a 57-year-old woman who developed a vesicovaginal fistula with erosion of the mesh into the bladder and vagina after Perigee transobturator, polypropylene mesh anterior repair. This is a serious complication associated with this technique. Treatment required an open vesicovaginal fistula repair with excision of the exposed and nearby surrounding mesh.

Original languageEnglish (US)
Pages (from-to)1121.e5-1121.e7
JournalUrology
Volume68
Issue number5
DOIs
StatePublished - Dec 2006

ASJC Scopus subject areas

  • Urology

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