a band of material inserted directly under the bladder neck as a treatment for women with stress *incontinence. The sling can be constructed from fascia (connective tissue) obtained from the patient or it can be synthetic. Compare tension-free vaginal tape.
A hanging bandage for the support of injured or diseased parts. Slings are generally applied for support of the upper limb, in which case the limb is suspended from the neck. The lower limb may also be supported in a sling from an iron cage placed upon the bed on which the patient lies, the object usually being to aid the circulation, and so quicken the healing of ulcers on the leg.... sling
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