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Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery Center

Urogynecology is a subspecialty within Obstetrics and Gynecology dedicated to the treatment of women with pelvic floor disorders such as urinary incontinence, dyspareunia (painful intercourse) and prolapse (bulging) of the vagina, bladder and/or the uterus.

At Aurora BayCare Medical Center, we provide comprehensive evaluation and effective medical and surgical treatment for urinary incontinence and other pelvic floor disorders. We evaluate every individual's condition and develop a treatment plan designed around lifestyle and personal preference. Treatment may include behavioral therapy, exercise, non-invasive surgical techniques and surgical intervention. The Urogynecology and Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery Center offers a team of professionals experienced in performing simple and complex procedures for correcting problems of vaginal function and support. We provide the latest treatment options and resources available to ensure the best results.

Urinary Incontinence

Most women with urinary incontinence suffer in silence, believing the condition to be a normal part of aging. But it isn't. Urinary incontinence is linked to childbirth and menopause, and can also be caused by stress, urinary tract infections, pelvic injuries, and even by certain medications. It's a more common condition than many women think, affecting 5 to 10% of all women, and nearly one in four women over 65. Female incontinence is highly treatable. More than half of all cases can be treated non-surgically.

Types of Urinary Incontinence

While there are many different types of incontinence, "Stress" and "Urge" incontinence are the two most common - comprising nearly 90% of all cases.
 

Stress Incontinence

If coughing, laughing, sneezing or other movements which put pressure on the bladder cause an involuntary loss of urine, you could be experiencing stress incontinence. Stress incontinence occurs when the pelvic muscles supporting the bladder begin to weaken and the bladder drops too low into the pelvis. This realignment prevents the muscles that typically stop urine flow from functioning properly, causing urine to leak during physical activities.
 

Urge Incontinence

Urge incontinence, sometimes referred to as "overactive bladder," results from bladder muscle contractions or "bladder spasms," which involuntarily force urine out before the bladder has filled. If you have urge incontinence, you may feel a sudden, intense urge to urinate, almost immediately followed by a loss of urine.
 

Other types of incontinence include overflow, reflex, mixed, transient and functional. Whichever type you may be experiencing, there are treatments available to help you resume daily activities with fewer worries about maintaining bladder control.

Incontinence Treatments

We offer the latest non-surgical (Continence Therapy Program) and surgical treatment options for female incontinence including:

  • Behavioral techniques
  •  Medical management
  • Biofeedback
  • Abdominal surgery
  • Vaginal reconstructive surgery (cystocele, rectocele, prolapse)
  • Incontinence surgery

Pelvic Reconstructive Surgery

Problems with pelvic floor support are often called prolapse. Common names are cystocele, rectocele or uterine prolapse. If a prolapse becomes large or occurs after a prior operation, special procedures may be required to have an effective repair. Urinary, fecal and sexual function needs consideration when designing a surgical repair of more complicated prolapses. Our team has experience and expertise in successfully managing these complicated conditions.

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Lindi Magnuson, P.T., BCIA-PMD, certified in biofeedback for pelvic muscle dysfunction, talks about how she uses biofeedback to effectively treat patients with urinary incontinence.