NYMC Faculty Publications
Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS) Challenges on Behalf of the Collaborative Research in Pelvic Surgery Consortium (CoRPS): Managing Complicated Cases Series 7: Can Fibroids Worsen Incontinence?
Author Type(s)
Faculty
DOI
10.1007/s00192-020-04553-5
Journal Title
International Urogynecology Journal
First Page
261
Last Page
265
Document Type
Article
Publication Date
2-2021
Department
Obstetrics and Gynecology
Abstract
This case presents the work-up and management of a patient with a fibroid uterus and urinary incontinence. Five international experts also provide their evaluation and approach to this case. According to the literature, there is uncertainty surrounding the relationship between fibroids and urinary incontinence. The experts emphasize patient counseling and a staged approach.
Recommended Citation
Weingarten, S. J., Digesu, A., Huebner, M., Hayward, L., Dune, T., Yurteri-Kaplan, L. A., Weber LeBrun, E., & Grimes, C. L. (2021). Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive Surgery (FPMRS) Challenges on Behalf of the Collaborative Research in Pelvic Surgery Consortium (CoRPS): Managing Complicated Cases Series 7: Can Fibroids Worsen Incontinence?. International Urogynecology Journal, 32 (2), 261-265. https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-020-04553-5