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...
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Link 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...
Read MoreAre behavioral therapy checklists effective in the treatment of overactive bladder?
In a nutshell This study examined if behavioral therapy checklists are effective in the treatment of overactive bladder (OAB). This study concluded that behavioral therapy for OAB can be more effective when checklist instructions are used. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) is a sudden, frequent urge to urinate. It may result in urge...
Read MoreEffective drug combinations for the treatment of overactive bladder in patients with benign prostatic hyperplasia
In a nutshell This study investigated drug combinations with silodosin (Rapaflo) to treat overactive bladder (OAB) in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). They found that fesoterodine (Toviaz) was more effective than mirabegron (Mirbetriq) as add-ons to silodosin in these patients. Some background Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) is...
Read MoreWhich treatment is safer and more effective for overactive bladder, onabotulinumtoxinA or mirabegron?
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...
Read MoreBladders 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...
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