Methods for treating urinary incontinence in mammals

Surgery – Body inserted urinary or colonic incontinent device or... – Implanted

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ABSTRACT:
Disclosed are methods for treating urinary incontinence in a mammal wherein a composition comprising a biocompatible polymer, a biocompatible solvent, and a contrast agent is delivered to the periurethral tissue of the mammal.

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