Results of treatment of post-prostatectomy incontinence using the Kaufman prosthesis
Abstract
The results of inserting 55 Kaufman prostheses into 45 patients with post-prostatectomy incontinence have been reviewed. Twenty-seven patients (60%) were continent and 3 were greatly improved. Ten patients were dry after their first prosthesis, 11 required 'topping up' of the device, and 5 were after the first prosthesis had been replaced. Results improved in the later part of the series. The Kaufman prosthesis is a valuable device in the treatment of post-prostatectomy incontinence.
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Evidence Hub reads this as a cohort study, done in people. Its evidence level is 3 of 5 (Moderate · trial / cohort / secondary analysis). Trials without a large randomized design, cohorts and secondary analyses give moderate evidence. Reported size: 45 participants or records.
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