Open AccessMassive retropubic hematoma after minimal invasive mid-urethral sling procedure in a patient with a corona mortis
Author(s) -
Peter Rehder,
Bernhard Glodny,
Renate Pichler,
Michael Mitterberger
Publication year - 2010
Publication title -
indian journal of urology/indian journal of urology
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
SCImago Journal Rank - 0.333
H-Index - 30
eISSN - 1998-3824
pISSN - 0970-1591
DOI - 10.4103/0970-1591.74467
Subject(s) - medicine , sling (weapon) , surgery , hematoma , urinary incontinence
New and minimal invasive single incision mid-urethral sling procedures are available for treating female stress urinary incontinence. We present a case of a massive retropubic hematoma in a patient with a "corona mortis" artery following a minimal invasive sling procedure. The patient was managed conservatively. The hematoma resolved and the patient remained continent after surgery. Nature and symptoms of sling-related complications should prompt the diagnosis and appropriate postoperative management. One should always be conscious of possible vascular anomalies that might lead to unexpected complications.