Anatomical study of position of the TVT-O to the obturator nerve influenced by the position of the legs during the procedure: based upon findings at formalin-embalmed and fresh-frozen bodies

Abstract

These anatomical study is focused on risk of injury to the obturator neurovasular bundle and urinary bladder by TVT-O procedure (vaginal tape). The position of the legs is crucial for correct placement of TVT-O.

Keywords

• anatomy
• female stress urinary incontinence
• surgical complications
• tension-free vaginal tape transobturator