In a nutshell This study compared how safe and effective onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) and mirabegron are in treating overactive bladder. The authors concluded botox is more effective in the treatment of overactive bladder symptoms. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common syndrome. Symptoms include urinary urgency, frequency, and urine...
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Bladders and New Technology
Our last post discussed the connection between our kidneys and blood pressure. The kidneys release urine in a steady flow. It moves down the ureters–muscular tubules–to the bladder. How does the bladder work? What happens when you hold urine in your bladder instead of going when you need to? Here is a well done description of how the bladder...
Read MoreIs new drug imidafenacin safe and effective in the treatment of overactive bladder?
In a nutshell This study examined if imidafenacin (Uritos) is as safe and effective as tolterodine (Detrol) in the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB). This study concluded that imidafenacin is as safe and effective as tolterodine in the treatment of OAB. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate....
Read MoreOveractive bladder and depressive symptoms: is there a link to vitamin D and calcium levels?
In a nutshell This study examined if psychological symptoms in patients with overactive bladder (OAB) are associated with vitamin D and calcium levels. This study concluded that increased vitamin D and calcium intake may improve urinary and psychological symptoms and quality of life in patients with OAB. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) is a...
Read MoreHow effective is neuromodulation to treat unresponsive overactive bladder?
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of a sacral neuromodulation (SNM) device to treat overactive bladder (OAB) unresponsive to medications. They found that SNM improved OAB symptoms. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common condition, especially in the older population. Patients with OAB have a greater urge to...
Read MoreCan Vesomni improve quality of life in men with lower urinary tract symptoms?
In a nutshell This study examined if Vesomni (also known as Urizia/Volutsa) can improve quality of life in men with lower urinary tract symptoms. This study concluded Vesomni can improve quality of life in these men. Some background Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) can have a negative impact on daily life. These symptoms can include nocturia...
Read MoreCan Vesomni improve quality of life in men with lower urinary tract symptoms?
In a nutshell This study examined if Vesomni (also known as Urizia/Volutsa) can improve quality of life in men with lower urinary tract symptoms. This study concluded Vesomni can improve quality of life in these men. Some background Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) can have a negative impact on daily life. These symptoms can...
Read MoreLaser therapy as an OAB treatment
In a nutshell This study looks at the safety and effectiveness of laser therapy in treating overactive bladder (OAB). It also compared laser therapy to common OAB medications. It concludes that laser therapy is safe, effective and non-invasive in OAB treatment. Some background Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate. It...
Read MoreVibegron with Tolterodine in the treatment of overactive bladder
In a nutshell This study looked at the effectiveness of giving Vibegron alone or with tolterodine (Detrol) in the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB). It concluded that vibegron was safe and effective in OAB treatment. Some background Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate. It may result in urge incontinence...
Read MoreLong-term treatment of overactive bladder with a combination of mirabegron and solifenacin
In a nutshell This study looked at the safety and effectiveness of a combination of mirabegron (Myrbetriq) and solifenacin (Vesicare) in treating overactive bladder (OAB). It concluded that the drugs are successful in treating OAB. Some background Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate. It may result in urge...
Read MoreOveractive bladder treatment after prostate removal
In a nutshell This study looked at overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms after prostate removal. It found that there are many treatment options for the symptoms. Some background Overactive Bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate. It may result in urge incontinence. This is an inability to hold on to urine. OAB...
Read MoreComparing onabotulinumtoxinA and mirabegron for overactive bladder
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of onabotulinumtoxinA (Botox) compared to mirabegron (Myrbetriq) used to treat patients with overactive bladder (OAB). This study found that Botox might be more effects in the treatment of OAB. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) occurs when the...
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