The BioArcTM Sling System is used to treat stress urinary incontinence in women. To determine if it may be a good choice for you, take the incontinence quiz below and share your answers with your doctor.
- Do you ever experience unplanned, sudden urine loss either while sleeping or during the day?
- Do you experience leakage while laughing, sneezing, jumping or performing other movements that put pressure on the bladder?
- Do you have trouble holding your urine as you hurry to the bathroom?
- Do you frequently experience a sudden and immediate urge to urinate?
- Have you noticed a change in your frequency of urination?
- Do you visit the bathroom to urinate more than eight times per day?
- Do you currently wear pads or liners to protect against unplanned leaks?
- When planning a trip, outing or event, does the availability or location of restroom facilities affect your decision?
The BioArc Sling System is not recommended for patients who are pregnant or are planning to become pregnant. Other considerations can be found in the Instructions for Use document under "Warnings and Precautions."Instructions for Use: BioArc SP
Instructions for Use: BioArc TO
Patient Profile Olivia is a 45-year-old female cancer survivor. Seven years ago she had radiation therapy and now has poor vaginal and urethral tissue. For most of her adult life, she has leaked small amounts of urine during stress moments, but she considered it part of the aging process. Lately, she has been leaking urine during minimal stress activities such as walking.
Olivia and her urogynecologist decided the BioArcTM System is the best procedure for Olivia.
This scenario is based upon a composite of typical patient and physician experiences, and is not reflective of any one individual's medical situation. Individual situations and results may vary. |