In a nutshell This study evaluated the outcomes of nerve inactivation treatment in women with overactive bladder. This study concluded that this treatment is effective for most patients. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) is characterized by a sudden need or urge to urinate. One of the most common symptoms is urinary incontinence (UI), or...
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Are two drugs more beneficial than one for treating patients with overactive bladder?
In a nutshell This article reviewed several studies that compared the effectiveness of two drugs compared to one drug for treating symptoms of overactive bladder (OAB). The authors concluded that the combination of mirabegron (Myrbetriq) and solifenacin (Vesicare) was more effective than each drug alone and had similar side effects in these...
Read MoreComparing antimuscarinic treatment duration for women with overactive bladder syndrome
In a nutshell This study investigated the risk of retreatment after 3 or 6 months of antimuscarinic therapy for overactive bladder (OAB). This study found that prolonged antimuscarinic treatment does not increase the risk of retreatment for OAB. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) occurs when the bladder muscle is too active....
Read MoreEvaluating current management of overactive bladder syndrome
In a nutshell This study reviewed the current management for overactive bladder in a real-world setting. The authors concluded that behavioral therapy and antimuscarinic drugs were the preferred therapies, corresponding to guideline recommendations. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) occurs when the bladder muscle is too active....
Read MoreLooking for participants with benign prostatic hyperplasia and overactive bladder to test a new drug
In a nutshell This phase 3 trial is examining the effectiveness of vibegron in the treatment of overactive bladder symptoms (OAB) in patients with prostatic hyperplasia (BPH; enlarged prostatic gland). The main outcome of this trial will be a change in urgency episodes. This trial is being conducted in the US and Canada. The details A benign (not...
Read MoreNuro percutaneous tibial neuromodulation system used to treat overactive bladder syndrome
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the Nuro system for percutaneous tibial neuromodulation (PTNM) to treat overactive bladder (OAB). This study found that PTNM using Nuro is an effective and safe treatment for OAB. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) occurs when the bladder muscle is too active. Instead of...
Read MoreEvaluating the effectiveness of percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation for overactive bladder on sexual function
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) to treat overactive bladder (OAB) on sexual function. This study found a promising effectiveness of PTNS treatment for sexual dysfunction. Some background Percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) is now an established...
Read MoreMirabegron or antimuscarinic treatment of overactive bladder syndrome?
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate medications to treat overactive bladder (OAB). This study found that mirabegron (Myrbetriq) and antimuscarinics are similarly effective in treating OAB. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) occurs when the bladder muscle is too active. Instead of staying at rest as urine fills the...
Read MoreLow-dose mirabegron treatment in patients with overactive bladder
In a nutshell This article investigated the safety and effectiveness of low-dose mirabegron (Myrbetriq) in patients with overactive bladder (OAB). The authors concluded that this treatment is effective in two-thirds of patients with a good safety profile. Some background OAB is a condition where there is a frequent feeling of needing to...
Read MoreLink between symptom severity and success of conservative therapy for overactive bladder in women
In a nutshell This article investigated the link between symptom severity (SS) and the success of conservative management (CM) in women with urinary incontinence (UI). The authors concluded that mild SS was associated with improved CM success. Some background Overactive active bladder (OAB) is a condition where there is a frequent feeling of...
Read MoreWhat factors can influence the effectiveness of percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation in the treatment of overactive bladder?
In a nutshell This article investigated the factors that can predict treatment success of percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) for overactive bladder (OAB). The authors concluded that a history of depression/anxiety and severe urgency urinary incontinence (UUI; needing to urinate urgently) before treatment predicted a higher chance of...
Read MoreAbobotulinumtoxin A as a treatment for non-responsive overactive bladder
In a nutshell This article investigated the safety and effectiveness of abobotulinumtoxin A (Dysport) for non-responsive overactive bladder (OAB). The authors concluded that abobotulinumtoxin A (AboA) is a safe and effective treatment option for these patients. Some background OAB is a condition where there is a frequent...
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