Is the "Handcrafted Sling" Actually a Low-Cost, Risk-Free Option? Study Performed on Mice

Leonardo de Oliveira Antunes, Luiz Carlos Maciel

Abstract: Despite good polypropylene results, studies are necessary to knowledge on tissue reaction. Eighteen, Wistar rats were used, divided into two groups of nine: Group A: the area between muscle planes was filled with a 0.5 cm fabric (TVT??) and in Group B, was filled with a 0.5 cm fabric (Prolene??). The animals were sacrificed after 100 days for histological and stereological analysis. The inflammatory process and collagen fiber deposit were higher and more significant in animals from the Group B. The fabric developed for use in the abdominal wall caused an inflammatory reaction stronger than fabric developed for vaginal use.

Keywords: Cost, Sling, Polypropylene