The Coloplast Virtue Is Welcome News for Men Following Prostate Surgery

While prostate surgery or removal is certainly a life saving procedure and one that many men are very thankful for, there is little doubt that the side effects that often follow are disheartening and frustrating. A large percentage of men who have had the prostate removed find that the urethra changes positions, creating urine leakage whenever standing or whenever pressure is applied to the abdomen through coughing or other movement. This can be embarrassing and can affect quality of life. Hope is on the horizon, however, and Coloplast Virtue of offering a great deal of promise.

The Coloplast Virtue is a sling that is implanted into the body through a very small incision and that will be held in place by the scar tissue that forms around the tiny “arms” of the device. It works by holding the urethra in place while also compressing the urethra to help provide necessary resistance to allow for better bladder control. The device is highly functional, and while it is only available in the United States at present it is already showing a great deal of promise.

The Coloplast Virtue offers a great deal of benefit over other devices. Many men are pleased that the device requires no manipulation in order to allow urination and that it does not have to be implanted through major surgery. The ease of use following the implantation of the device is something that many men also find appealing. In short, the Virtue is considered a long term solution for incontinence following prostate surgery and is something with a great deal of promise. For men seeking to improve bladder control following surgery, taking the time to speak with a physician about the Virtue and its possible benefit can make a significant difference on all aspects of life.

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