Cost-Minimization Study of Glue versus Sutured Mesh Fixation in Laparoscopic Sacrocolpo(recto)pexy

Using synthetic glue for mesh fixation increases consumables costs but reduces procedure time, resulting in overall cost savings that favor glue-based mesh fixation. These findings align with previous studies demonstrating reduced operation times with the use of glue. Our study is the first to formally assess and compare the costs of both techniques. We believe the overall cost saving is widely generalizable. To calculate the local impact, one can use the proportional differences reported here and substitute local consumables and operating room costs.