Device for needle suspensions

From: dahmd@gate.net
Tue Dec 5 19:33:31 1995


I am curious if anyone has experience with a device I saw recently made by Mitek. Apparently, after making the suprapubic incision for a needle colposuspension (modified Pereyra, Raz, etc) you drill small holes in the pubic symphysis, then place a bone anchor and finally place your colposuspension sutures through the anchor. It allegedly helps prevent suture pull-out and helps the surgeon tie down without overcorrecting the bladder neck angle.

Since most suture pull-outs occur in the vaginal side of the repair, I wonder if this tool is useful. Does anyone have any experience with it or similar devices? Thanks in advance.

D. Ashley Hill, M.D. Assistant Director Dept of Ob/Gyn Florida Hospital Family Practice Residency Orlando, FL dahmd@gate.net





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