Complications of the ripstein procedure

Abstract

Several reports that relate recurrences and mortality are available, but few have detailed the complications associated with the Ripstein procedure. Regarding recurrence, the operation is a good one, with recurrence rate of 2.3%. Significant complications were reported, with a complication rate of 16.5%. This complication rate is related to specific placement of the sling, and if to this are added nonspecific complications such as urinary problems, pulmonary problems and wound infections, then an overall complication rate may approximate 30%. The incidence of complications of the Ripstein procedure has been underplayed because of the lack of accumulated knowledge. It is not faultless, but it has a place in procidentia repair. This report also allows physicians, when faced with a complication, to have access to individuals who were faced with a similar complication previously and to benefit from their experience.