In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the effectiveness of a surgical implant called the adjustable transobturator male system (ATOMS), in improving quality of life and side-effects of stress urinary incontinence after prostate cancer surgery. This study found that this implant led to significant improvements in quality of life in these...
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Management of bladder problems in patients with Parkinson’s disease
In a nutshell This study reviewed several treatment options for bladder problems in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD). Some background The bladder relies on muscles to contract and release for urination. The brain typically controls this process. However, in certain neurological conditions, the bladder no longer receives correct...
Read MoreA bulking agent for the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence
In a nutshell This study looked at the safety and effectiveness of a urethral bulking agent used to treat female stress urinary incontinence (SUI). The study concluded that it could be a safer alternative to surgery. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is urine leakage when there is pressure on the bladder. It is often observed...
Read MoreA bulking agent for the treatment of female stress urinary incontinence
In a nutshell This study looked at the safety and effectiveness of a urethral bulking agent used to treat female stress urinary incontinence (SUI). The study concluded that it could be a safer alternative to surgery. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is urine leakage when there is pressure on the bladder. It is often observed...
Read MoreCan bulking agents fix failed urethral slings?
In a nutshell This study looked at the effectiveness of bulking agents being used to rescue failed urethral slings in patients with stress urinary incontinence (SUI). It concluded that bulking agents could improve persistent SUI symptoms after urethral sling surgery. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is urine leakage when there...
Read MoreCan bulking agents fix failed urethral slings?
In a nutshell This study looked at the effectiveness of bulking agents being used to rescue failed urethral slings in patients with stress urinary incontinence (SUI). It concluded that bulking agents could improve persistent SUI symptoms after urethral sling surgery. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is urine leakage when there...
Read MoreRecommendations on treatment of post-surgery stress urinary incontinence in adult men
In a nutshell This study reported on the most recent expert recommendations on post-surgery stress urinary incontinence (SUI) in men. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is the unintentional loss of urine due to stress put on the bladder. This stress can result from sneezing or exercising. This is a common side-effect of...
Read MoreGroup behavioral therapy used to treat urinary incontinence in women over 55
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the use of group behavioral therapy (GBT) to treat urinary incontinence (UI) in women. This study found that GBT is a promising treatment option for UI. Some background Urinary incontinence (UI) is the unintentional loss of urine. Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) happens when...
Read MoreCan ultrasound help you regain continence quicker after prostate surgery?
In a nutshell This study looks at the effectiveness of ultrasound pelvic floor muscle training (US-PFMT) to restore urinary continence after prostate surgery. It concluded that this type of pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) is quicker to restore urinary continence after prostate surgery than traditional PFMT. Some background Urinary...
Read MoreElectroaccupuncture as a treatment for stress urinary incontinence after menopause
In a nutshell This study looked at the safety and effectiveness of electroacupuncture in treating stress urinary incontinence (SUI) after menopause. It concluded that electroacupuncture could relieve SUI symptoms more than traditional acupuncture. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is urine leakage when there is pressure on the...
Read MoreEvaluating robot-assisted artificial urinary sphincter implantation in women with stress urinary incontinence
In a nutshell This study aimed to investigate the safety and effectiveness of a robotic implantation of an artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) for stress urinary incontinence (SUI) in women. This study found that female patients with SUI benefit from robotic AUS implantation. Some background Urinary incontinence is...
Read MoreWhich type of surgery is best for stress urinary incontinence?
In a nutshell This study compared single-incision mini slings (SIMS) and transobturator slings (TOT) for the management of stress urinary incontinence. Results from this study show that transobturator slings provided better outcomes than single-incision mini slings. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) defined as the uncontrolled leakage...
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