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New device to cure urinary incontinence introduced
CATHERINE W GICHUKI
DOHA THE health providers in Qatar have introduced an innovative device to curb the rising number of urinary incontinence cases among women.
Talking to Qatar Tribune, Dr Abdul Rahman Lilla, consultant obstetrician and gynaecologist at Doha Clinic Hospital, said that the third generation TVTs (Trans Vaginal Tape Secure) is safer than the earlier devices like TVT-o and is less likely to cause problems while passing urine after the surgery.
“It involves a minimal invasive procedure and the patient can leave the hospital just 24 hours after the operation.
This latest technology is being used by gynaecologists in various clinic of Doha,” he added.
He said that urinary incontinence is a major challenge as far as women’s health is concerned, but it often neglected by health providers.
“It is high time to raise awareness about this problem which is very common among women, and it affects their quality of life (QOL).
According to the latest study, over 30 to 40 percent of women in Qatar over 45 years of age suffer from urinary incontinence.
Almost 50 percent of American women in the same age group suffer from a weak bladder or urinary incontinence.
About 70 percent of women who seek medical advice at our clinic have been suffering from the problem for over five years,” he added.
He said that since the main causes of urinary incontinence are pregnancy and normal delivery, women should visit a physician immediately after the child birth in order to get advice on how to exercise in order to reduce the chances of the problem.
He said that women should not be embarrassed about the condition and should seek advice from doctors at the earliest.
“We need to create awareness about urinary incontinence among women.
Women should not feel shy about the condition as it may lead to depression.
This problem is common among pregnant women, especially at the end of the pregnancy.
Young women should do post-natal exercise after delivery to prevent permanent damage of their muscles,” he added.
For more information and advice, one can consult Dr Abdul Rahman Lilla at Doha Clinic Hospital, Gynaecology Department on 66584794.
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