Comparison of single-incision mid-urethral tape (OphiraTM) and transobturator tape (ObtryxTM) sub- urethral sling procedures for female stress urinary incontinence

This non-randomised study prospectively compared clinical efficacy and patient satisfaction of singleincision mid-urethral tape (OphiraTM) against transobturator tape (ObtryxTM). Objective cure rates were defined at 12 months follow-up as negative cough stress test and subjective cure was assessed by patient perception of improved symptoms, using the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire Short Form (ICIQ-SF) questionnaire. Thirty patients received the Ophira, 29 (93.3%) reported significantly improved symptoms and 27 (90%) had a negative cough stress test. Thirty-one patients received the Obtryx, 29 (93.5%) reported significantly improved symptoms and 29 (93.5%) had a negative cough stress test. Twelve month follow up showed the procedures were comparable in objective and subjective cure rates.