How long does it take to recover from urethral sling surgery?

You will probably be able to go back to work in 1 to 2 weeks. But you will need at least 6 weeks to fully recover before returning to all normal activities. You must avoid heavy lifting and strenuous activities during this time. These might put extra pressure on your bladder while you recover.

How do they put a bladder sling in?

The surgeon creates a “sling” out of mesh or human tissue. Then they put it under the tube that urine passes through, called the urethra. The sling is like a hammock that lifts and supports your urethra and the neck of your bladder (where your bladder connects to your urethra) to help prevent leaks.

How much pain will I be in after bladder sling surgery?

The sling supports the urethra, which is the tube that carries urine from the bladder to outside the body. After surgery, you may feel weak and tired for several days. Your pubic bone may feel bruised, and you may have some pain or cramping in your lower belly. These symptoms should get better in 1 to 2 weeks.

What is a Monarc sling used for?

The Monarc sling is performed with a different approach that is thought to reduce the risk of bladder injury during surgery. The sling used in this operation is made up of polypropylene, which have been shown to be very well tolerated by the body. This procedure is to treat stress urinary incontinence.

What is the Monarc procedure?

The Monarc procedure involves placing a piece of synthetic mesh (polypropylene mesh) under the urethra to create a hammock of support to prevent the urethra from opening when the intraabdominal pressure is elevated due to coughing, laughing, or sneezing.

What is a mid-urethral sling?

The procedure involves placing a mid-urethral sling. Through a vaginal incision, a strip of mesh is positioned under the urethra to create a supportive sling and to reduce or even eliminate urinary incontinence.

What is a urethral sling?

The Urethral Sling is performed under a light anesthetic, and takes about 15 minutes. The primary incision is made just inside the vagina under the urethra and is less than an inch long. Two tiny incisions are made in the inner groin.