A number of techniques are used for treating urinary incontinence, including prosthetic sphincters. The present work concerns an entirely intraurethral artificial sphincter that can be implanted without surgery. The valve would be appropriately matched to urethral dimensions, pressures, and flow rates. The prosthetic valve would be potentially useful in cases where a natural valve is either nonopening or nonclosing.

Agency
National Institute of Health (NIH)
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National Center for Research Resources (NCRR)
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Intramural Research (Z01)
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1Z01RR010146-08
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3896165
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8
Fiscal Year
1990
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National Center for Research Resources
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United States
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