In this episode, I address the common questions I'm asked about the risk of urinary incontinence following surgery, specifically focusing on hysterectomy, prolapse repairs, and hip replacement. I discuss several key studies, including a 2000meta-analysis by Jeanette Brown and a 2023 paper in the American Journal of Obstetrics and Gynecology, which highlights the significant risks associated with these surgeries. I also provide tips on pelvic floor strengthening and the benefits of different surgical approaches to help minimize incontinence. I discuss how hip replacement surgery can have varying impacts on bladder function and the importance of a holistic view of the body's interconnectedness.
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/10950229/
https://www.nejm.org/doi/full/10.1056/NEJMoa054208
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/24408744/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36300551/
Timeline:
00:30 Introduction to Urinary Incontinence Risks
00:59 Hysterectomy and Urinary Incontinence
04:17 Prolapse Repairs and Bladder Leaking
06:15 Hip Replacement and Bladder Function
08:59 Conclusion and Key Takeaways
