ContiClassic® Artificial Urinary Sphincter is used to treat urinary incontinence due to intrinsic sphincter deficiency in cases such as incontinence following prostate surgery.1
ContiClassic® Artificial Urinary Sphincter combines the simplicity and success of the conventional AUS design with innovative new features to offer better continence and durability results potentially.
New and diverse occlusive cuff sizes for a surgeon-made fit to the patient’s urethral anatomy.
ContiClassic® incorporates a hydrophilic coating on all external surfaces of every component including the pressure regulating balloon.
EasyClick™ Connectors do not require an additional assembly tool.
EasyClick™ Y-Connector enables double-cuff placement.
The ContiClassic® pump resembles competitive devices but differs because it is very easy to activate and deactivate.
While competitive pumps are difficult to turn on and turn off, this pump can easily be activated without the necessity of a large amount of fluid left in the pump. Ease of operation makes it possible to teach the patient to deactivate the pump when sleeping which protects his urethra from constant occlusion 24 hours, 7 days a week
Can be used in combination with the Infla10® Inflatable Penile Prosthesis models.2
Passer is already included in the Conti® Accessory Kit. No need for a separate purchase.
Urinary incontinence (UI), sometimes referred to as “lack of bladder control,” is the involuntary loss of urine. Patients suffering from UI cannot control urine release from the bladder. Urinary incontinence is estimated to affect 1 out of 10 males, with increasing prevalence associated with aging.
Eliminating overactive bladder muscles, weakened pelvic floor muscles, enlarged prostate, a disability or mobility, chronic illness, being overweight, and smoking.
This leaves only prostate cancer treatment and nerve damage.
Stress urinary incontinence is the unexpected leakage of urine when an outside pressure occurs with activities such as heavy lifting, coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercise.
This outside pressure causes the weakened bladder to leak urine.
The bladder is held in place by the muscles and connective tissue in the pelvis. When these muscles are weak, the outside pressure can push the bladder downward, causing the urethra to open and the urine to leak out.
A weak or damaged sphincter may also cause stress urinary incontinence.
It is true that stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a normal part of aging for females, but it takes an event like trauma or surgery to give a man stress urinary incontinence.
For diagnosis, your doctor will perform a physical examination and take your detailed medical history.
Depending on your medical history and physical examination findings, your doctor may require further testing.
One of the most common side effects of radical prostatectomy is stress urinary incontinence.
It is expected for post-radical prostatectomy SUI to be resolved within one year following surgery. In some cases, patients may continue to experience SUI without any improvement over time. If you are having issues with bladder control and it is an issue six months after your procedure, you should see a specialized physician to seek medical advice and, if necessary, discuss your treatment options.
Remember that most stress urinary incontinence cases are treatable. Depending on the severity and the type of urinary incontinence, your doctor will decide on the best treatment option.
Commonly, there are two treatment options:
1) Conservative treatment (e.g., medicines, special exercises)
2) Surgical treatment (e.g., Artificial Urinary Sphincter)
Artificial Urinary Sphincter (AUS) is a medical device to treat stress urinary incontinence. An artificial Urinary Sphincter is a surgical treatment option when non-surgical or behavioral treatment options fail.
Artificial Urinary Sphincter placement is regarded as the “gold standard” in the surgical treatment of SUI.
A specialized physician (i.e., a urologist) will surgically place the artificial urinary sphincter in the body. Artificial Urinary Sphincter will mimic the role of a healthy urinary sphincter (the two muscles controlling the exit of urine from the bladder through the urethra). The Artificial Urinary Sphincter will close the urethra preventing urine leakage. The patient will squeeze a pump in his scrotum to release the cuff over the urethra and void. The cuff will return to its closed state.
ContiClassic® Pump is easily manipulated, deactivated, and activated.
ContiClassic® Smart PRB adapts occlusive cuff pressure in a real-time manner.
ContiClassic® has a safe implantation via a single-incision penoscrotal approach.
ContiClassic® Artificial Urinary Sphincter has more comprehensive occlusive cuff size options. This will enable your surgeon to choose the occlusive cuff that fits best with your urethral anatomy.
In some cases, double-cuff placement might be preferred. EasyClick™ Y-Connector will enable a double-cuff configuration of the device.
ContiClassic® Artificial Urinary Sphincter incorporates a hydrophilic coating on all device surfaces. This hydrophilic coating will allow your surgeon to choose the aqueous solution she will dip into the device before implantation.
It is expected that a full recovery from artificial urinary sphincter implantation could take up to 6 weeks. Please keep in mind that every patient will have a different timeline for recovery. Your physician will manage your post-op care. You need to follow your physician’s suggestions for a speedy recovery. Your implanted Artificial Urinary Sphincter will be activated by your physician in your follow-up appointment, which is generally scheduled for four to six weeks after implantation.
All components of the artificial urinary sphincter are concealed in your body and can not be noticed from the outside. Others will not know that you have an artificial urinary sphincter implanted unless you choose to disclose it.
Aside from stress urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction is another common side effect of radical prostatectomy surgery. If you are experiencing SUI and erectile dysfunction, consult a specialized physician. An artificial Urinary Sphincter can be used simultaneously with Inflatable Penile Prosthesis (e.g., Infla10 Three-Piece Inflatable Penile Prosthesis).
1 Rigicon® ContiClassic® Artifical Urinary Sphincter Instructions for Use.
2 Boysen, William et al. “Combined Placement of Artificial Urinary Sphincter and Inflatable Penile Prosthesis Does Not Increase Risk of Perioperative Complications or Impact Long-term Device Survival.” Urology vol. 124 (2019): 264-270.
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