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Is pain better with Artificial Urinary Sphincter (AUS) than catheter?
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For those who have yet to have an AUS installed, I suggest very carefully selecting the surgeon. My doctor is on the faculty of a medical school and she specializes in reconstructive urinary surgery, including performing procedures on transgender people. She was outstanding and I have had no issues. Everything was installed right. That was three years ago.
Can't stress enough that you get the right person for the job.
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@koji480 Thanks for your input and experience with the AUS.
My experience is very similar. My surgeon is also skilled in reconstructive and gender transition surgery. Also, has done many AUS surgeries. FWIW, his 'trainee' surgeon did my install under his guidance. And they took their time - 4-hours on the table. But with his well developed skill and her careful execution I got fantastic results.
Do consider your prospective surgeon's training, and related experience.
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@koji480 - Yes, you are right. My husband's doctor trained at the hospital where this device was invented - so thought that was a plus for him - but he had only installed 40 AUS's. My husband is in the hospital right now with an infection in his scrotum from the device. We are not sure how to move forward seeing as how further problems could crop up also. Has anyone here had it revised or removed? Is it a big deal? Also are pads or a catheter the only other option? Thanks for your help and support!