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Evaluating the effectiveness of magnetic stimulation in female urgency urinary incontinence

Evaluating the effectiveness of magnetic stimulation in female urgency urinary incontinence

Posted by on May 25, 2023 in Urinary incontinence | 0 comments

In a nutshell The study evaluated the effectiveness of magnetic stimulation (MS) in urgency urinary incontinence (UUI). The study found that MS showed promising results in treating UUI. Some background Urinary incontinence (UI) is the involuntary leakage of urine. Urinary incontinence is categorized into stress UI, urgency UI, and mixed UI. UUI is a...

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Comparing the effectiveness of high- and low-frequency pelvic floor muscle training on urinary incontinence episode frequency

Comparing the effectiveness of high- and low-frequency pelvic floor muscle training on urinary incontinence episode frequency

Posted by on Apr 30, 2023 in Urinary incontinence | 0 comments

In a nutshell The study compared the effectiveness of high- and low-frequency pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) on urinary incontinence (UI) episode frequency in women with UI. The study found that high-frequency PFMT for 12 weeks was more effective than low-frequency PFMT in these patients. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is an...

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Evaluating the effectiveness of an 8-week hypopressive exercise training program on urinary incontinence and pelvic floor muscle strength

Evaluating the effectiveness of an 8-week hypopressive exercise training program on urinary incontinence and pelvic floor muscle strength

Posted by on Apr 15, 2023 in Urinary incontinence | 0 comments

In a nutshell The study evaluated the effectiveness of an 8-week hypopressive exercise training program on urinary incontinence (UI) and pelvic floor muscle strength. The data found that hypopressive exercise training improved pelvic floor muscle strength and UI symptoms in these patients. Some background Pelvic floor dysfunction is a common...

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Evaluating the effectiveness and safety of robot-assisted AUS implantation surgery in women with severe stress urinary incontinence

Evaluating the effectiveness and safety of robot-assisted AUS implantation surgery in women with severe stress urinary incontinence

Posted by on Mar 26, 2023 in Urinary incontinence | 0 comments

In a nutshell The study evaluated the effectiveness and safety of robot-assisted artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) implantation surgery in women with severe stress urinary incontinence (SUI). The data found that women with severe SUI showed great improvement with robot-assisted AUS but there was an increased rate of complications. Some background SUI...

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Evaluating the predictors of cure and overactive bladder syndrome after a mid-urethral sling procedure in women with stress urinary incontinence.

Evaluating the predictors of cure and overactive bladder syndrome after a mid-urethral sling procedure in women with stress urinary incontinence.

Posted by on Jun 26, 2022 in Urinary incontinence | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the factors that could predict the cure and overactive bladder (OAB) syndrome after a mid-urethral sling (MUS) procedure in women with stress urinary incontinence (SUI). The study found age and overactivity of the detrusor (bladder) before surgery were independent predictors of persisting/recurrent SUI. OAB before...

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Evaluating the impact of mid-urethral sling surgery and bulk injection therapy on sexual function in women with stress urinary incontinence.

Evaluating the impact of mid-urethral sling surgery and bulk injection therapy on sexual function in women with stress urinary incontinence.

Posted by on May 31, 2022 in Urinary incontinence | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the impact of mid-urethral sling (MUS) surgery and bulk injection (BI) therapy on sexual function in women with stress urinary incontinence (SUI). The study found that BI therapy and MUS surgery improved sexual function equally in sexually active women with SUI. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI)...

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Comparing pessaries and disposable continence devices for managing stress incontinence

Comparing pessaries and disposable continence devices for managing stress incontinence

Posted by on Oct 25, 2021 in Urinary incontinence | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study compared two treatments for stress urinary incontinence (SUI), continence pessaries (CP) and disposable intravaginal continence devices (DICD). It found that both treatments reduced symptoms of stress incontinence after 4 weeks in 75-80% of patients. Some background SUI is a condition that commonly affects women...

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How effective is the Altis® single-incision sling procedure for stress urinary incontinence in the long-term?

How effective is the Altis® single-incision sling procedure for stress urinary incontinence in the long-term?

Posted by on Oct 17, 2021 in Urinary incontinence | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study evaluated the long-term effectiveness and complication rates of the Altis® sling (Coloplast) use in women with predominant stress urinary incontinence (SUI). The data showed favorable results for long-term safety and effectiveness, and improved quality of life (QoL) in these patients. Some background SUI is a common...

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Which treatment is best for stress incontinence, surgery or bulking agents?

Which treatment is best for stress incontinence, surgery or bulking agents?

Posted by on Oct 3, 2021 in Urinary incontinence | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study compared the use of bulking agents versus surgery for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence (SUI). It found that bulking agents were less effective for SUI compared to surgical treatment. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is a condition that is common in women. It leads to leaking of urine...

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Does a disposable home electrical stimulation device improve symptoms of urinary incontinence in women?

Does a disposable home electrical stimulation device improve symptoms of urinary incontinence in women?

Posted by on Sep 28, 2021 in Urinary incontinence | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study looked at the use of the Pelviva electro-stimulation device for the treatment of urinary incontinence (UI) in women. It found that the Pelviva device improves UI compared to standard treatment.  Some background Urinary incontinence (UI) is a very common problem for women, especially in older age. It involves...

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Is electrical stimulation an effective treatment for stress urinary incontinence in women?

Is electrical stimulation an effective treatment for stress urinary incontinence in women?

Posted by on Sep 26, 2021 in Urinary incontinence | 0 comments

In a nutshell This study looked at the use of electrical stimulation (ES) for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) in women. It found that ES improved incontinence-related quality of life over in the short-term. Some background SUI is a condition in which urine leaks out involuntarily when increased pressure is...

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