Risk factors for postoperative urinary tract infection following midurethral sling procedures

Urinary tract infection after midurethral sling procedures is a relatively common complication. The presence of preoperative urinary tract infection, TVT procedure and postoperative postvoiding residual bladder volume ≥100 ml may increase the risk of this complication. Identification of these factors could help surgeons to minimize this complicationby developing effective strategies.