Laparoscopic Burch Procedure for Bladder Neck Suspension

Posted On: 07-21-2015

What is Laparoscopic Burch Procedure for Bladder Neck Suspension?

Laparoscopic Burch procedure for bladder neck suspension involves securing the neck of the bladder to a ligament located near the pubic bone. This procedure is performed with a minimally invasive method that utilizes a laparoscope (a small video camera) and small instruments inserted through small incisions.

Also Known As:

· Bladder surgery

· Laparoscopic surgery

· Bladder neck suspension

Conditions Treated with Laparoscopic Burch Procedure for Bladder Neck Suspension:

Laparoscopic Burch procedure for bladder neck suspension may be performed in cases of urinary incontinence.

Laparoscopic Burch Procedure for Bladder Neck Suspension by OrangeCountySurgeons

Non-Surgical or Other Surgical Alternatives to Laparoscopic Burch Procedure for Bladder Neck Suspension:

Non-surgical alternatives to laparoscopic Burch procedure for bladder neck suspension include medication, dietary changes, bladder training, pelvic floor muscle exercises, urethral inserts, bladder pessary, electrical stimulation of the pelvic floor muscles and urethral injections of bulking materials. Surgical alternatives to the procedure include urinary diversion, sling procedure, bladder augmentation, sacral nerve stimulator and artificial urinary sphincter (for men).

Anesthesia with Laparoscopic Burch Procedure for Bladder Neck Suspension:

Laparoscopic Burch procedure for bladder neck suspension is performed under general anesthesia, which means that the patient is asleep and completely unaware during the procedure.

Potential Complications from Laparoscopic Burch Procedure for Bladder Neck Suspension:

Possible risks following laparoscopic Burch procedure for bladder neck suspension include infection, bleeding, incisional hernia and a negative reaction to the anesthesia. It is also possible to experience injury to other organs and decreased sexual function.

Recovery from Laparoscopic Burch Procedure for Bladder Neck Suspension:

Total recovery from laparoscopic Burch procedure for bladder neck suspension takes two to three weeks.