Happy Urology works with expert urologist Dr. Edward Gheiler who has had many successful artificial urinary sphincter procedures. The condition that leads to needing the artificial sphincter is called urinary incontinence. That is when someone could have an overactive bladder and leak urine by accident. It is more common in older women but can affect anyone.

What Is Urinary Incontinence?

The sphincter muscles allow your body to hold in urine, sometimes this muscle can weaken. Urinary incontinence is the loss of bladder control due to that weakened muscle. There are a few non-surgical and surgical options for urinary incontinence treatment. One of the surgical options that your doctor may recommend is the artificial urinary sphincter. 

The artificial urinary sphincter is a device that is implanted and equipped with an inflatable cuff that fits around the urethra. This cuff replaces the natural sphincter to prevent urine leakage. It is a common procedure to stop bladder leakage.  

List of Pros of an artificial sphincter:

• You can return to normal activities almost immediately
• Instant relief 
• It is a highly successful treatment for incontinence 
• This option isn’t the first treatment option for men or women
• You are in control of the urinary process 
• It can stop the periodic leakage from physical activities
• There are multiple placement options for both men and women

Most procedures have tremendous success rates when completed by a professional surgeon like Dr. Edward Gheilier. 

Urinary Incontinence Treatment 

Severe persistent stress incontinence isn’t overly common but still annoying to those it affects among our urology services. We offer consultations and urinary incontinence treatment options. Before doctors go straight to the surgical options of procedures to stop bladder leakage, they may recommend making some lifestyle changes like:

• Drink the right amount of liquid at the right time
• Be physically active
• Keep a healthy weight
• Avoid constipation 
• Stop smoking
• Train your bladder
• Do pelvic floor muscle exercises 
• Control your urge to urinate

These small things can make a difference in minor cases that do not need surgical attention. There are also other surgical options that you can review with your doctor depending on your symptoms and situations. 

Contact Us

If you feel that you need a consultation or appointment with our South Florida Urology office, contact us today! We are here to help ease your mind and address any concerns you may have. 

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