Attitudes toward transvaginal mesh among patients in a urogynecology practice

Introduction and hypothesis There has been increasing media attention regarding transvaginal mesh (TVM). We hypothesized that new urogynecology patients have limited knowledge and negative opinions of TVM. Methods An anonymous survey was distributed to all new patients presenting to the Mt Auburn Ho...

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Published in:International Urogynecology Journal 2015-06, Vol.26 (6), p.865-873
Main Authors: Dessie, Sybil G., Hacker, Michele R., Haviland, Miriam J., Rosenblatt, Peter L.
Format: Article
Language:English
Subjects:
Adult
Aged
Attitude to Health
Cross-Sectional Studies
Female
Gynecology
Humans
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Middle Aged
Original Article
Pelvic Organ Prolapse - surgery
Pilot Projects
Suburethral Slings
Urology
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Summary:Introduction and hypothesis There has been increasing media attention regarding transvaginal mesh (TVM). We hypothesized that new urogynecology patients have limited knowledge and negative opinions of TVM. Methods An anonymous survey was distributed to all new patients presenting to the Mt Auburn Hospital urogynecology practice from 1 November 2012 to 31 January 2013. A total of 146 patients completed the questionnaire. The survey was designed to elicit information on participants’ knowledge and opinions about TVM and knowledge about recent FDA safety communications. All statistical tests were two-sided, and P values
ISSN:0937-3462
1433-3023
DOI:10.1007/s00192-014-2607-3