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Both Er:YAG and CO<jats:sub>2<\/jats:sub> laser therapies were found to be effective in reducing symptoms associated with an overactive bladder, as demonstrated by improvements in overactive bladder symptom scores. Two sessions of laser therapy were more effective than one.<\/jats:p><\/jats:sec><jats:sec><jats:title>Conclusion<\/jats:title><jats:p>Vaginal laser therapy could be an effective alternative treatment for mild to moderate SUI. The Er:YAG laser was more effective than CO<jats:sub>2<\/jats:sub> laser therapy, with results lasting for at least 3 months. 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