Current status of urethral occlusive devices in management of urinary incontinence

Treatment of outlet incontinence with urethral occlusive devices encompasses simple and complex modalities. The implantable artificial urinary sphincter has been used for 25 years, and a growing fund of clinical information is available to define its indications. Other simple occlusive devices are available that provide an effective, nonsurgical and reversible treatment. The present review summarizes recent clinical investigations into the safety and efficacy of urethral occlusive devices.