Urethral Bulkamid® injection after failed midurethral sling: a step-by-step video

Int Urogynecol J. 2023 Nov;34(11):2843-2845. doi: 10.1007/s00192-023-05608-z. Epub 2023 Jul 29.

Abstract

Introduction and hypothesis: Bulking agents are a minimally invasive treatment option for women with stress urinary incontinence (SUI) or stress-predominant mixed urinary incontinence (MUI). Recurrent SUI is a major challenge for most clinicians because there is little evidence in the literature on the best option after midurethral sling (MUS) failure.

Methods: Bulkamid® (Contura International A/S), a urethral bulking agent, is a homogenous gel without particles, consisting of a polyacrylamide hydrogel that is nonbiodegradable.

Results: In this video case report, we demonstrate the Bulkamid® injection procedure. This procedure can be carried out as an office-based procedure under local anesthesia, with no down time and only minor possible complications.

Conclusions: We consider it a valid option for patients with recurrent or persistent SUI after failed MUS surgery.

Keywords: Bulkamid®; Midurethral sling; Stress urinary incontinence; Urethral bulking agents.

Publication types

  • Video-Audio Media
  • Case Reports

MeSH terms

  • Female
  • Humans
  • Suburethral Slings* / adverse effects
  • Treatment Outcome
  • Urethra / surgery
  • Urinary Incontinence, Stress* / surgery

Substances

  • Bulkamid