History of the prosthetic treatment of urinary incontinence.

Prostheses for the treatment of urinary incontinence have evolved from early passive compressive devices, which were limited to use in men, to the current AS-800, which is suitable for both sexes. The device represents continued improvement and streamlining of several earlier models. Parallel advances in surgical technique and perioperative management have made prosthetic treatment of urinary incontinence a well-recognized and desirable solution for a difficult urologic problem.