Woman in Mumbai gives birth after pioneering artificial sphincter surgery in India

timesofindia.indiatimes.com February 4, 2025, 10:00 PM UTC

A 30-year-old woman from Mumbai has given birth via C-section after undergoing artificial sphincter surgery in Pune. This surgery, claimed to be the first of its kind in India for a female patient, restored her urinary control. The woman had a rare autoimmune disorder that caused severe urological issues, leading to the loss of her urethra. In April 2022, surgeons created a new urinary passage and implanted an artificial sphincter, allowing her to regain full urinary continence. She resumed a normal life, got married, and delivered a healthy baby last week. The surgical team coordinated closely with obstetricians to ensure the sphincter remained intact during the delivery.


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