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@jonbuuck

Hi @bucksnort. I am sorry to read of your husband's urinary incontinence. In May of 2019, I had a radical proctectomy, and I was never able to regain my control. In consultation with my surgeon and radiation oncologist (both at Mayo), I had an artificial urinary sphincter implanted (AMS800). After six weeks or so of healing, the device was activated and it far exceeded my expectations. It is truly life changing. I highly recommend the procedure. My issue was incontinence during the day after my surgery with nighttime not being as bad, so please take my experience with a grain of salt, since your husband's issue may be different than mine.
I wish you and your husband all the best.

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Replies to "Hi @bucksnort. I am sorry to read of your husband's urinary incontinence. In May of 2019,..."

I appreciate the feedback. It is certainly something to talk over with his care team.

Can I ask if you ever investigated male external catheters? (or male travel urinary bag). Both of them seem to have short term potential, but wondering about reliability (i.e., staying on while in bed)