Bladder Calculus Formation and Recurrent Stress Incontinence Subsequent to Stamey'S Operation

Abstract

Objective: We present a case of bladder calculus formation and recurrent urinary stress incontinence following Stamey's operation. Case Report: A 59-year-old woman had stress urinary incontinence and underwent Stamey's operation (needle suspension of the bladder neck). However, there was no significant postoperative improvement. Ten years later, a bladder calculus and a non-absorbable suture stitch were found incidentally during cystocopy prior to surgical tension-free vaginal taping. The calculus and the suture stitch were removed during the procedure. The patient's urinary incontinence improved significantly and she had no further events after discharge. Conclusion: The present report demonstrates that recurrent urinary stress incontinence may be associated with injury to the lower urinary tract during anti-incontinence surgery.

Keywords

• calculus
• recurrence
• Stamey's operation
• urinary stress incontinence