In a nutshell This study followed men who were treated with an adjustable male sling procedure for stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Researchers concluded that the adjustable male sling is safe and effective, particularly in men with mild to moderate SUI. Some background Urinary incontinence is common among men undergoing prostate surgery. It has...
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Promising results on electroacupuncture for SUI
In a nutshell This study examined the effectiveness of electroacupuncture in reducing stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Authors concluded that 6 weeks of electroacupuncture was more effective than a non-active sham procedure in reducing urine leakage. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is involuntary urine leakage during exertion,...
Read MoreComparing long-term outcomes of first and second artificial urinary sphincter procedures
In a nutshell This study compared long-term outcomes of primary and secondary artificial urinary sphincters (AUS). Authors reported similar rates of treatment satisfaction, quality of life, and urinary continence between men fitted with their first AUS device and men fitted with their second device. Some background Artificial urinary...
Read More11 years on: The effects of repeat vaginal sling procedures
In a nutshell This study examined the effects of a repeat (second) vaginal sling procedure to treat recurrent stress urinary incontinence (SUI) over 11 years. Authors concluded that repeat vaginal sling procedure is a suitable long-term treatment option for recurrent SUI after failure of a first one. Some background Vaginal sling procedures are...
Read MoreLong-term effects of TVT-O for stress incontinence
In a nutshell This study examined the long-term outcomes of women who underwent tension-free vaginal tape-obturator (TVT-O) for stress incontinence. The authors determined that TVT-O was very effective in the long-term and was a safe option for the treatment of stress incontinence. Some background Vaginal sling procedures are the most common type...
Read MoreNerve stimulation treatment improves overactive bladder symptoms in multiple sclerosis patients
In a nutshell This study examined the effectiveness of posterior tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) in treating overactive bladders in patients with multiple sclerosis. Researchers concluded that overactive bladder symptoms can be significantly reduced with PTNS. Some background Urinary function is coordinated by the nervous system. Diseases of the...
Read MoreDiabetes increases the risk of some complications after artificial urinary sphincter placement
In a nutshell This study examined the effect of diabetes on outcomes with artificial urinary sphincters (AUS). Researchers reported that diabetes more than doubled the risk of erosion and/or infection within 5 years after AUS placement. Some background Artificial urinary sphincters (AUS) can help restore continence among men with severe stress...
Read MoreLower back pain and stress urinary incontinence – can stabilization exercises help both?
In a nutshell This study examined the benefit of stabilization exercises focusing on pelvic floor muscles for women with both lower back pain and stress urinary incontinence. Researchers reported improved urinary incontinence and lower back pain among women undergoing physiotherapy and the stabilization exercises. Some background Pelvic floor...
Read MoreTwo-year outcomes of a single-incision vaginal sling
In a nutshell This study examined the safety and effectiveness of the Altis vaginal sling procedure at 2 years. Researchers reported good safety and high rates of continence at 2 years. Some background Vaginal sling procedures are the most common type of surgery used to help control stress urinary incontinence. They involve the placement of a thin...
Read MoreExamining nighttime urinary symptoms in patients with multiple sclerosis
In a nutshell This study examined nocturia (waking up in the night to pass urine) in patients with multiple sclerosis (MS). Researchers concluded that nocturia with or without incontinence is common in patients with MS. MS patients with bladder muscle overactivity are more likely to experience nocturia. Some background Nocturia refers to the need...
Read MoreComparing surgical treatments for male SUI after prostate surgery
In a nutshell This study examined the safety and effectiveness of surgical treatments for stress urinary incontinence (SUI) after prostate surgery. Authors reported that artificial urinary sphincters were associated with the highest overall effectiveness as well as the highest rate of complications. The authors advised that more high-quality evidence...
Read MoreExamining factors that affect the need to urinate during nighttime
In a nutshell This study examined factors associated with nocturnal polyuria (NP), a common cause of nocturia (waking up in the night to urinate). Researchers identified age, body mass index, and time spent in bed as factors that can increase NP. Longer periods of uninterrupted sleep and the use of medication can reduce NP. Some background...
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