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While this procedure offers significant benefits, it is not without potential complications. This review article aims to provide a comprehensive overview of urethral mesh assessment in oncologic patients. The article explores normal magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) and computed tomography (CT) mesh appearances and highlights the pathological aspects associated with urethral mesh complications including both short-term and long-term post-operative complications. 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