Mesh vs. your own tissue: which sling is safer for stress incontinence?

NCT ID NCT07276295

First seen Jun 24, 2026 · Last updated Jun 27, 2026 · Updated 2 times

Summary

This study compares two surgical procedures for stress urinary incontinence in women aged 60 and older: a synthetic mesh sling (TVT) and a sling made from the patient's own tissue (autologous fascia). Researchers will track new pelvic pain at 6 months and cure rates at 5 years, along with opioid use and mental health. The goal is to find which approach offers better long-term results with fewer side effects.

What this could mean

Our plain-language read of the trial. This is informational only — not medical advice or a prediction.

Active substance

surgical sling procedure

What this could lead to

If successful, this could help doctors choose the better surgical option for stress incontinence, reducing long-term pain and improving cure rates.

What could go wrong

This is a mid-stage trial with 232 participants, so results may not apply to all patients. Both procedures carry surgical risks like infection or pain.

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Conditions

The condition(s) this trial relates to.

female stress incontinence Urinary Incontinence

As listed by the trial registrant

The condition terms exactly as the trial's registrant entered them.

Contacts and locations

Locations

  • St. Paul's Hospital

    RECRUITING

    Vancouver, British Columbia, V6Z 1Y6, Canada

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