A collagen injection
is a minor surgical procedure to treat stress incontinence
caused by urethral sphincter dysfunction from prostate
cancer treatment. Collagen injections help control urinary
leakage by expanding the area around the urethra, which
compresses the sphincter. With a local or spinal anesthesia,
this procedure is routinely performed on an outpatient
basis. To achieve optimal bladder control, the procedure
may need to be repeated after a few months. Possible
complications that can occur preceding a collagen injection
include: urine retention, infection, and temporary erectile
dysfunction. Since some people may have serious allergic
reactions to collagen, potential candidates must have
a skin test prior to treatment.
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