transvaginal tape (TVT)

Transvaginal tape (TVT) is a minimally invasive surgical procedure used to treat stress urinary incontinence in women, which is the involuntary loss of urine during activities like coughing or lifting. The procedure involves placing a thin, synthetic tape underneath the urethra (the tube that carries urine out of the body) through a small vaginal incision. This tape provides support to the urethra, helping it stay closed during situations that normally cause leakage. TVT typically results in quick recovery and high success rates, offering women improved continence and quality of life.