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Bretschneider CE, Myers ER, Geller EJ, Kenton KS, Henley BR, Matthews CA. Long-Term Mesh Exposure 5 Years Following Minimally Invasive Total Hysterectomy and Sacrocolpopexy. Int Urogynecol J 2024; 35:901-907. [PMID: 38530401 PMCID: PMC11052764 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-024-05769-5] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/07/2024] [Accepted: 02/14/2024] [Indexed: 03/28/2024]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS The objective was to assess long-term mesh complications following total hysterectomy and sacrocolpopexy. METHODS In this second extension study, women from a multicenter randomized trial were followed for more than 36 months after surgery. Owing to COVID-19, participants were assessed through either in-person visits or telephone questionnaires. The primary outcome was the incidence of permanent suture or mesh exposure. Secondary outcomes included surgical success and late adverse outcomes. RESULTS Out of the 200 initially enrolled participants, 82 women took part in this second extension study. Among them, 46 were in the permanent suture group, and 36 in the delayed absorbable group. The mean follow-up duration was 5.3 years, with the cumulative mesh or suture exposure of 9.9%, involving 18 cases, of which 4 were incident cases. Surgical success after more than 5 years stood at 95%, with few experiencing bothersome bulge symptoms or requiring retreatment. No serious adverse events occurred, including mesh erosion into the bladder or bowel. The most common adverse events were vaginal pain, bleeding, dyspareunia, and stress urinary incontinence, with no significant differences between suture types. CONCLUSION The study found that mesh exposure risk gradually increased over time, reaching nearly 10% after more than 5 years post-surgery, regardless of suture type. However, surgical success remained high, and no delayed serious adverse events were reported.
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- C Emi Bretschneider
- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Northwestern University, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Atrium Health, Charlotte, NC, USA
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, NC, USA
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, University of Chicago, Chicago, IL, USA
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, August University Medical Center, Augusta, GA, USA
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Wake Forest University, Winston Salem, NC, USA.
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Long-term Data on Graft-Related Complications After Sacrocolpopexy With Lightweight Compared With Heavier-Weight Mesh. Obstet Gynecol 2023; 141:189-198. [PMID: 36701619 DOI: 10.1097/aog.0000000000005021] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 3.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/12/2022] [Accepted: 08/11/2022] [Indexed: 12/23/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To estimate the long-term incidence and characteristics of graft-related complications, rate of reintervention for graft-related complications and prolapse, and subjective and anatomical outcomes after laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy with heavier-weight (more than 44 g/m2) compared with lightweight (28 g/m2) polypropylene mesh, the latter with resorbable poliglecaprone component. METHODS We conducted a single-center study that compared two consecutive prospective cohorts of patients who were undergoing laparoscopic sacrocolpopexy for symptomatic stage 2 or greater cervical or vault prolapse, by using either heavier-weight polypropylene mesh or lightweight polypropylene mesh at a similar duration of follow-up. The primary outcome was the occurrence of graft-related complications and their nature. Secondary outcomes included reinterventions for graft-related complications, recurrent apical prolapse, a subjective outcome (PGIC [Patient Global Impression of Change] score 4 or higher), and an anatomical outcome (point C -1 cm or greater). RESULTS We identified consecutive patients: 101 were implanted with heavier-weight polypropylene, and 238 were implanted with lightweight polypropylene; all were audited at comparable follow-up times (heavier-weight mesh: 97 months [interquartile range 16 months]; lightweight mesh: 92.5 months [interquartile range 58 months]). Graft-related complications were more frequent in patients with heavier-weight than lightweight mesh (22.8% [23/101] vs 7.3% [13/178]; hazard ratio [HR] 3.3, 95% CI 1.6-7.1), more frequently symptomatic (heavier-weight mesh: 16.8% [17/101] vs lightweight mesh: 2.8% [5/178]; HR 6.0, 95% CI 2.5-14.3), and more frequently lead to reintervention for graft-related complications (heavier-weight mesh: 18.8% [19/101] vs lightweight mesh: 2.1% [5/238]; HR 4.6, 95% CI 1.9-11.2). The vast majority of patients improved (PGIC score 4 or higher), without difference between groups (heavier-weight mesh: 71/84 [84.9%]; lightweight mesh: 154/178 [86.5%]; HR 0.8, 95% CI 0.6-1.1); neither was there a difference in anatomical failure rate (heavier-weight mesh: 1/60 [1.7%] vs lightweight mesh: 8/131 [6.1%]; HR 0.3, 95% CI 0.1-1.4). Reoperations for recurrent vault prolapse were scarce (0.0% in heavier-weight mesh, vs 0.4% in lightweight mesh). CONCLUSION In two consecutive cohorts, the number of graft-related complications, symptomatic graft-related complications, and reinterventions for graft-related complications were higher in patients implanted with heavier-weight polypropylene than when lightweight polypropylene was used. There were no differences in subjective, objective outcomes, and reoperation rates for prolapse. CLINICAL TRIAL REGISTRATION ClinicalTrials.gov, NCT04378400. FUNDING To assist in this audit, the University Hospitals Leuven received support from Ethicon Endosurgery.
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Lu Z, Chen Y, Wang X, Li J, Yang C, Yuan F, Hua K, Hu C. Mesh Exposure and Prolapse Recurrence Following Transvaginal Natural Orifice Transluminal Endoscopic Surgery for Sacrocolpopexy: Over 24 Months of Follow-up Data. J Minim Invasive Gynecol 2022; 29:1317-1322. [PMID: 35964942 DOI: 10.1016/j.jmig.2022.08.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2022] [Revised: 07/30/2022] [Accepted: 08/07/2022] [Indexed: 12/14/2022]
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STUDY OBJECTIVE To describe the results of mesh exposure and prolapse recurrence of transvaginal natural orifice transluminal endoscopic surgery (vNOTES) for sacrocolpopexy after more than 24 months of postoperative follow-up. DESIGN A retrospective cohort study. SETTING A university hospital. PATIENTS Women with uterine prolapse who underwent vNOTES sacrocolpopexy with an ultralightweight polypropylene mesh between May 2018 and March 2020. INTERVENTIONS vNOTES sacrocolpopexy. MEASUREMENTS AND MAIN RESULTS Of 57 women, 55 women (96.5%) were included in the final analysis. The mean follow-up duration was 35.5 ± 7.6 (24-46) months. The total incidence of mesh exposure was 3 of 55 (5.5%). The total incidence of prolapse recurrence was 3 of 55 (5.5%). The changes in the Pelvic Organ Prolapse Quantification System scores, including Aa, Ba, C, Ap, Bp, and total vaginal length values, showed significant improvement after surgery (p <.05 for all). CONCLUSION The study demonstrates that vNOTES sacrocolpopexy appears to be an effective option with low risks of mesh exposure and prolapse recurrence. Studies including more patients and longer follow-up periods should be performed before a clear conclusion can be reached.
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- Zhiying Lu
- Departments of Gynecology (Drs. Lu, Chen, Wang, Li, Yuan, Hua, and Hu), Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Departments of Gynecology (Drs. Lu, Chen, Wang, Li, Yuan, Hua, and Hu), Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Departments of Gynecology (Drs. Lu, Chen, Wang, Li, Yuan, Hua, and Hu), Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Departments of Gynecology (Drs. Lu, Chen, Wang, Li, Yuan, Hua, and Hu), Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Departments of Anesthesiology (Dr. Yang), Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Departments of Gynecology (Drs. Lu, Chen, Wang, Li, Yuan, Hua, and Hu), Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Departments of Gynecology (Drs. Lu, Chen, Wang, Li, Yuan, Hua, and Hu), Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China
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- Departments of Gynecology (Drs. Lu, Chen, Wang, Li, Yuan, Hua, and Hu), Obstetrics and Gynecology Hospital of Fudan University, Shanghai, China.
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Das D, Carroll A, Mueller M, Kenton K, Lewicky-Gaupp C, Collins S, Geynisman-Tan J, Bretschneider CE. Mesh complications after total vs supracervical laparoscopic hysterectomy at time of minimally invasive sacrocolpopexy. Int Urogynecol J 2022; 33:2507-2514. [PMID: 35666287 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-022-05251-0] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/17/2022] [Accepted: 05/10/2022] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS Our objective was to compare mesh exposure rates (4 months and 1 year) after total (TLH) vs supracervical (SLH) laparoscopic hysterectomy at time of minimally invasive sacrocolpopexy (SCP). Secondary outcomes included 30-day complications and midurethral mesh exposure rates. METHODS This a retrospective cohort study at a tertiary care referral center from 2011 to 2018. Subjects were identified using Current Procedural Terminology codes. Demographics, operative characteristics, and perioperative complications were abstracted from medical records. RESULTS Four hundred three women met the inclusion criteria: 91 SLH+SCP and 312 TLH+SCP. Median follow-up was 52 weeks with an overall mesh exposure rate of 1.5%. Follow-up was available for 90% of patients at 4 months and 51% at 1 year. Half of patients had lightweight mesh (n = 203), and half had ultralightweight mesh (n = 200). Vaginal mesh fixation was performed with permanent suture in 86% (n = 344) and delayed absorbable suture in 14% (n = 56) of patients. At 4 months, vaginal mesh exposure rates did not differ between groups (0% SLH vs 1% TLH, p = 1.00). All mesh exposures in the study period occurred with lightweight mesh in the TLH arm. No differences were noted in 1-year mesh exposure rates, 30-day perioperative complications (p = 0.57), or midurethral mesh exposure rates at 4 months (p = 0.35) and 1 year (p = 1.00) between groups. CONCLUSIONS Short-term mesh exposure following SCP with ultralightweight and lightweight polypropylene mesh is rare regardless of type of hysterectomy and much lower than reported in earlier studies with heavier weight mesh. These data suggest TLH at the time of SCP is a safe option in appropriately counseled patients.
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- Deepanjana Das
- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Northwestern University, 250 E Superior St, 5th Floor, Suite 05-2113, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA.
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Northwestern University, 250 E Superior St, 5th Floor, Suite 05-2113, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Northwestern University, 250 E Superior St, 5th Floor, Suite 05-2113, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Northwestern University, 250 E Superior St, 5th Floor, Suite 05-2113, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Northwestern University, 250 E Superior St, 5th Floor, Suite 05-2113, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Northwestern University, 250 E Superior St, 5th Floor, Suite 05-2113, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Northwestern University, 250 E Superior St, 5th Floor, Suite 05-2113, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA
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- Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Northwestern University, 250 E Superior St, 5th Floor, Suite 05-2113, Chicago, IL, 60611, USA
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Kulkarni M, Rolnik DL, Alexander J, McGannon F, Liu YA, Rosamilia A. Outcomes following sacrocolpopexy using ultralight and lightweight mesh. Int Urogynecol J 2022; 33:2475-2483. [PMID: 35445355 PMCID: PMC9020419 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-022-05182-w] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/15/2021] [Accepted: 03/04/2022] [Indexed: 12/04/2022]
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Introduction and hypothesis This study reports the long-term anatomic and subjective outcomes following sacrocolpopexy based on mesh weight and provides device-specific data. Methods This cohort study compared ultra-lightweight (≤ 20 g/m2) with lightweight mesh (≥ 25 g/m2). The primary outcome was composite failure defined as at least one of ≥ stage 2 apical prolapse, anterior or posterior vaginal wall beyond hymen, complaint of bulge or retreatment. Effect measure estimates were calculated as the incidence rate ratio of composite failure comparing the use of ultra-light with lightweight mesh. Crude and adjusted incidence rate ratios (IRRs) were obtained using uni- and multivariable Poisson regression models. Results Of 358 women who met inclusion criteria, 220 (61%) agreed to attend for review; 95 (43%) had ultra-lightweight mesh and 125 (57%) had lightweight mesh including UpsylonTM. Median follow-up for ultra-light and lightweight mesh was 36 (IQR 22–42) and 63 (IQR 48–87) months, respectively (p < 0.001). Accounting for differences in follow-up time, there was no significant difference in composite failure between ultra-light and lightweight mesh groups (IRR 1.47, 95% CI 0.83–2.52, p = 0.15). This persisted after adjustment for age, body mass index, parity, smoking and presence of advanced prolapse prior to surgery (IRR 1.52, 95% CI 0.94–2.47, p = 0.087). Mesh exposure for both groups was mostly asymptomatic, and the rate was 7% for the ultra-light group and 8% in the lightweight group. Overall, repeat surgery for recurrent apical prolapse and mesh exposure occurred in 4% and 2%, respectively. Conclusions Ultra-lightweight mesh appears to have similar incidence rate of failure compared to lightweight mesh. UpsylonTM mesh has a similar low rate of recurrent apical prolapse and mesh exposure. Supplementary Information The online version contains supplementary material available at 10.1007/s00192-022-05182-w.
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- Mugdha Kulkarni
- Monash Health, 246 Clayton Road, Melbourne, Victoria, 3168, Australia.
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- Monash Health, 246 Clayton Road, Melbourne, Victoria, 3168, Australia.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Sciences, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Monash Health, 246 Clayton Road, Melbourne, Victoria, 3168, Australia.,UNSW, Sydney, Australia
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- School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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- Monash Health, 246 Clayton Road, Melbourne, Victoria, 3168, Australia
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- Monash Health, 246 Clayton Road, Melbourne, Victoria, 3168, Australia.,Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, School of Clinical Sciences, Monash University, Melbourne, Australia
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Deblaere S, Hauspy J, Hansen K. Mesh exposure following minimally invasive sacrocolpopexy: a narrative review. Int Urogynecol J 2022; 33:2713-2725. [DOI: 10.1007/s00192-021-04998-2] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/29/2021] [Accepted: 09/15/2021] [Indexed: 12/12/2022]
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PURPOSE OF REVIEW Recently, robotic sacrocolpopexy has become the gold standard for treating genital prolapse. Despite this, there is still much interest in this procedure, and many questions remain unanswered. This review focuses on the most critical articles on this issue that have been published in the last 2 years. RECENT FINDINGS A summary of 23 articles is provided. There were no differences in total postoperative complications, postoperative stress incontinence, mesh erosion, and the success of the two surgical techniques in long-term investigations. Obesity modestly increases robotic approach difficulty and does not raise the mesh erosion rate or prolapse recurrence rate. Ultra-light and preprepared meshes with alternative fixation techniques can be applied with these procedures. Another emerging trend is alternative robotic approaches and the use of single-port surgery. SUMMARY For women with pelvic organ prolapse, especially the elderly and obese, robotic sacrocolpopexy is well tolerated and effective. Despite highly restricted and heterogeneous data, recent investigations have included single incision methods and new mesh/fixation materials. Randomized trials with large sample size and excellent quality are necessary before the practical implementation of new techniques.
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