Dr med. Fabia Urech, Gynecology

Urinary Incontinence and Weight Loss in Women with Obesity – Medication vs. Surgery

Urinary incontinence (involuntary loss of urine) is very common among women with severe obesity and significantly affects daily life.

We know that weight loss often improves these symptoms. However, it remains unclear whether weight loss achieved through medication (GLP-1 receptor agonists) is just as effective as a combination of medication and bariatric surgery – and how much weight needs to be lost for incontinence to noticeably improve.

This study follows women between the ages of 18 and 65 over a period of 12 months. The goal is to provide evidence-based treatment recommendations for women with obesity.

“I want to find out how much weight loss is needed to improve incontinence.”