C Ratz1. 1. Urologie Groß-Gerau, Am Sandböhl 2, 64521, Groß-Gerau, Deutschland. info@uro-gross-gerau.de.
Abstract
BACKGROUND: Use of vaginal laser therapy in the treatment of grade I stress urinary incontinence and genitourinary syndrome of menopause is gaining in importance across the globe. MATERIALS AND METHODS: On the basis of the research that is currently available, an analysis is carried out regarding whether laser therapy is already suitable for use in the field of urology. RESULTS: The research available is still limited: randomized controlled studies in particular are lacking. All the data published to date demonstrate a response to laser therapy with minimal side effects, high patient compliance and satisfaction, and a long-term response for a minimum of 12 months. CONCLUSIONS: Vaginal laser therapy has shown potential and demonstrated its safety for use in urology as either a complementary or alternative treatment to existing treatment options, such as topical hormonal therapies, pelvic floor exercises or surgical procedures. It is necessary to define it as separate from aesthetic procedures.
BACKGROUND: Use of vaginal laser therapy in the treatment of grade I stress urinary incontinence and genitourinary syndrome of menopause is gaining in importance across the globe. MATERIALS AND METHODS: On the basis of the research that is currently available, an analysis is carried out regarding whether laser therapy is already suitable for use in the field of urology. RESULTS: The research available is still limited: randomized controlled studies in particular are lacking. All the data published to date demonstrate a response to laser therapy with minimal side effects, high patient compliance and satisfaction, and a long-term response for a minimum of 12 months. CONCLUSIONS: Vaginal laser therapy has shown potential and demonstrated its safety for use in urology as either a complementary or alternative treatment to existing treatment options, such as topical hormonal therapies, pelvic floor exercises or surgical procedures. It is necessary to define it as separate from aesthetic procedures.
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Keywords:
CO2 lasers; Erb-YAG lasers; Genitourinary syndrome of menopause; Urinary incontinence; Vaginal laser therapy
Authors: Vera L Cruz; Marcelo L Steiner; Luciano M Pompei; Rodolfo Strufaldi; Fernando L Afonso Fonseca; Lucila H Simardi Santiago; Tali Wajsfeld; Cesar E Fernandes Journal: Menopause Date: 2018-01 Impact factor: 2.953