ArticleInternational urogynecology journal2021
Placement of mid-urethral mesh slings at the time of vaginal prolapse repair does not affect post-operative sexual function or orgasm.
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introduction and hypothesisBecause of the relationship between the clitoral neurovascular supply and the urethra, the dissection for placement of mid-urethral slings (MUS) may negatively impact orgasmic function. We aimed to analyze the role of MUS in orgasmic and overall sexual function in patients undergoing prolapse surgery.
methodsA single institution retrospective review was performed on 157 patients undergoing prolapse surgery with and without MUS from 2008 to 2014. Pelvic Organ Prolapse Incontinence Sexual Questionnaires (PISQ-12) scores at baseline, 6, and 12 months post-operatively were compared. The difference in overall mean post-operative PISQ-12 scores at 6 and 12 months in those undergoing POP with or without MUS placement was assessed using Wilcoxon rank tests.
resultsOf 157 women who underwent prolapse surgery, 81 (52%) had concomitant MUS. Mean baseline PISQ-12 scores were 32 in both groups (p = 0.98). Post-operative PISQ-12 scores between the two groups did not differ at 6 (p = 0.96) or 12 months (p = 0.65). Within the MUS group, mean overall PISQ-12 scores improved at 6 (p = 0.05) and 12 months (p < 0.01). Mean overall PISQ-12 scores did not improve in patients who did not have slings placed at 6 (p = 0.10) or 12 months (p = 0.15). Orgasm frequency and intensity did not differ between the two groups at 6 (p = 0.39, p = 0.91, respectively) or 12 months (p = 0.11, p = 0.44, respectively).
conclusionMUS at the time of prolapse repair did not affect orgasmic or overall sexual function. PISQ-12 scores improved after prolapse surgery with concomitant MUS placement. Our findings may help counsel patients regarding the risk of MUS placement affecting sexual function.
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