Risk Factors for Trocar Injury to the Bladder During Mid Urethral Sling Procedures

Abstract

Our results indicate that previous Cesarean section, colposuspension, body mass index less than 30 kg/m(2), rectocele and local anesthesia are independent risk factors for bladder perforation during mid urethral sling procedures. This occurs mainly during a retropubic sling procedure and when the surgeon is inexperienced.