AMS 800™

Results.

Since 1972, more than 100,000 patients throughout the world have received the AMS 800™ Urinary Control System. Clinical studies show that the AMS 800 remains an effective treatment option for male urinary incontinence.

Satisfied Users
In a follow-up clinical study where patients had an AMS 800 for an average of seven years:

• 80% achieve social continence (requiring 0 to 1 pad per day).
• 88% said they would undergo the operation again.

1. Haab F, Trockman BA, Zimmern PE, Leach GE. Quality of life and continence assessment of the artificial urinary sphincter in men with minimum 3.5 years of followup. J Urol. Aug 1997 v.158(2)p. 435-9.

Another study showed that:

• 90% of patients reported satisfaction with their AMS 800.
• 92% would have the device placed again.
• 96% would recommend the device to a friend.

1. Litwiller SE, Kim KB, Fone PD, White RW, Stone AR. Post-prostatectomy incontinence and the artificial urinary sphincter: a long-term study of patient satisfaction and criteria for success. J Urol. Dec 1996 v. 56(6)p.1975-80.

Once your AMS 800 is activated, you will be able to control your urination by squeezing the control pump whenever you wish to empty your bladder. It is a good idea to get into the habit of emptying your bladder on a regular basis, such as every two to three hours.

You may also want to have someone else, such as a spouse, know how to operate the AMS 800 so that they can assist you if it becomes necessary.