Expert urinary tract & pelvic floor care
Many women believe that incontinence is a natural and irreversible result of bearing children or aging. The truth is that most women who experience incontinence or prolapse can be treated successfully either with nonsurgical therapy or corrective surgery through the urogynecology services at Advocate Christ Medical Center.
Trust our specialists:
Our team of urogynecologists includes board-certified obstetrician-gynecologists who have completed a fellowship (two to three additional years of training) in the treatment of problems related to women's urinary and reproductive tracts.
Conditions we treat
- Urinary and fecal incontinence
- Pelvic relaxation
- Pelvic organ prolapse (dropped bladder or womb)
- Chronic bladder infections
- Difficulty urinating
- Urinary retention
- Interstitial cystitis
- General gynecological issues
Comprehensive diagnostic services
To give you the best care, we provide comprehensive diagnostic services to pinpoint exactly what requires treatment. Our evaluations include:
- Physical exam
- Gynecologic exam
- Pap smears
- Urinalysis
- Cystometry
- Multi-channel urodynamics
- Uroflowmetry
- Cystoscopy
- Hysteroscopy
Full range of treatment options
Many women with mild to moderate urinary incontinence or pelvic organ prolapse find relief from our nonsurgical therapies. However, when conservative treatments aren't effective, we offer surgical options using advanced techniques and technology.
Nonsurgical treatment options:
- Behavior therapy
- Lifestyle modification
- Bladder retraining
- Pelvic muscle exercise
- Biofeedback
- Electrical stimulation
- Specialized devices that alleviate symptoms
- Periurethral collagen injections
- Medication
Surgical treatment options:
- Pelvic reconstructive surgery
- Laparoscopic surgery
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