Placement of the Straight-In is an in-patient procedure and usually is performed under general anesthesia.
Your doctor will perform the surgery using either an open or a laparoscopic procedure. With traditional open surgery, an incision is made in the abdomen. With laparoscopic surgery, a smaller "keyhole" incision is made in the abdomen.
In general, placing the Straight-In System involves the following steps. (Your doctor's method may vary slightly from this one.)
- An incision is made in the abdomen.
- Miniature titanium screws are placed into the sacrum, the lower part of your spine.
- The doctor positions the Y-shaped mesh on your vaginal apex.
- The mesh is sutured to the top of the vaginal apex and is secured to the screws in the sacrum.
- The doctor closes the incision.
What to Expect After the Procedure
Your doctor will require you to stay in the hospital overnight. Also, your doctor may insert a catheter through your urethra to drain urine from your bladder. You may be prescribed antibiotics to prevent infection and analgesics (pain medicine) for any post-operative discomfort.
During the healing period, you should avoid sexual intercourse, heavy lifting and rigorous exercise. Your doctor will advise you on how long you need to wait. Your doctor will provide you with additional information on how to care for yourself after surgery, including any other limitations to activities such as avoiding heavy stain and lifting for two to three months.
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