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Research Studies is a compilation of published research articles funded by AHRQ or authored by AHRQ researchers.
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1 to 2 of 2 Research Studies DisplayedSuskind AM, Clemens JQ, Dunn RL
Effectiveness of mesh compared with nonmesh sling surgery in Medicare beneficiaries.
This study assessed the effectiveness of mesh compared to nonmesh slings in the surgical treatment of female incontinence. It found that overall rates of complications were similar for patients undergoing either mesh or nonmesh sling procedures. However, patients undergoing the nonmesh procedure were more likely to require a subsequent intervention for bladder outlet obstruction.
AHRQ-funded; HS018726.
Citation: Suskind AM, Clemens JQ, Dunn RL .
Effectiveness of mesh compared with nonmesh sling surgery in Medicare beneficiaries.
Obstet Gynecol. 2013 Sep;122(3):546-52. doi: 10.1097/AOG.0b013e31829e8543..
Keywords: Comparative Effectiveness, Elderly, Patient-Centered Outcomes Research, Surgery, Women, Outcomes, Medicare, Evidence-Based Practice
Jonsson Funk M, Visco AG, Weidner AC
Long-term outcomes of vaginal mesh versus native tissue repair for anterior vaginal wall prolapse.
This study estimated the rate of repeat surgery after vaginal mesh versus native tissue repair for anterior vaginal wall prolapse. The researchers found that the overall risk of any future surgery was higher in the women receiving mesh; however, native tissue and vaginal mesh surgery had similar 5-year risks for recurrent prolapse.
AHRQ-funded; HS017950
Citation: Jonsson Funk M, Visco AG, Weidner AC .
Long-term outcomes of vaginal mesh versus native tissue repair for anterior vaginal wall prolapse.
Int Urogynecol J. 2013 Aug;24(8):1279-85. doi: 10.1007/s00192-013-2043-9..
Keywords: Comparative Effectiveness, Surgery, Women, Outcomes, Risk