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BSUG: Welcomes new membership category - Allied Health Professionals

The British Society of Urogynaecology advocates and promotes the role of the multi-disciplinary team in the management of women with pelvic floor dysfunction, however until now, we have not had nurses, midwives, physiotherapists, allied health professionals and clinical scientists as members of the society. 

Publication for IP1747 Botulinum toxin injections into the urethral sphincter for idiopathic chronic non obstructive urinary retention

 The final guidance for Botulinum toxin injections into the urethral sphincter for idiopathic chronic non obstructive urinary retention (IP1747)

Published guidance and advice | Guidance | NICE

New point of care UTI tests not ready yet according to NICE

Newer point-of-care tests for UTIs that give faster and more accurate results including antibiotic sensitivities could improve outcomes and reduce the risk of antimicrobial resistance. NICE felt that the tests are in the early stages of development and research is still being done. Uncertainties in the current evidence mean it is difficult to assess the risks and benefits of early routine use in the NHS while further evidence is generated.

https://www.nice.org.uk/guidance/hte7

New RCOG Policy statement on Pelvic floor Health

The RCOG have today released a policy statement encouraging a life course approach to women’s pelvic floor health.

New pelvic mesh complications elearning for GPs

A new programme to help GPs better understand pelvic mesh complications is now available through Health Education England elearning for healthcare.

For many women mesh surgery is trouble-free and leads to improvements in their condition. However, this is not the case for all and some women have experienced complications.

EUGA 2022 15TH EUGA ANNUAL MEETING

Miss Ranee Thakar, the current RCOG Vice President for Global Health

Miss Ranee Thakar, the current RCOG Vice President for Global Health, has been elected as the next President of the RCOG and will take up office in December this year.