In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of pelvic muscle training (PMT) and duloxetine (Cymbalta) in women with stress urinary incontinence. Researchers suggested that PMT added to duloxetine treatment improves incontinence in women. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is the most common form of incontinence, being...
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Does bulk injection therapy improve the symptoms of patients with stress urinary incontinence?
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness of bulk injection therapy with polydimethylsiloxane Urolastic (PDSU; Urogyn) in the treatment of stress urinary incontinence (SUI). Researchers suggested that some patients treated with PDSU were cured 2 years after treatment. Some background Urinary incontinence (UI) consists of leakage of...
Read MoreMale adjustable transobturator system is associated with improved long-term outcomes in urinary incontinence
In a nutshell This study investigated the long-term durability and effectiveness of the adjustable transobturator male system (ATOMS) in patients with urinary incontinence. Researchers suggested that ATOMS is a good and safe option to treat these patients long-term. Some background Stress urinary incontinence is a common side effect after prostate...
Read MoreStress urinary incontinence in women: Is single incision sling as effective as transobturator sling?
In a nutshell This study aimed to evaluate whether single incision sling (SIS) was as effective and safe as transobturator sling (TOS) for the treatment of stress urinary incontinence in women. The main finding was that SIS was as safe and effective as the TOS. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is the involuntary leakage of urine due...
Read MoreTension-free vaginal tape obturator improves the long-term outcomes of women with urinary incontinence
In a nutshell This study investigated the long-term effectiveness of tension-free vaginal tape obturator (TVT-O) as a treatment for urinary incontinence in women. Researchers suggested that TVT-O is a safe and highly effective option for the long-term treatment of this condition. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) affects 4 to 35% of an...
Read MoreLASER: is it effective for urinary incontinence and pelvic organ prolapse?
In a nutshell This study reviewed the research available on the effects of laser therapy for urinary incontinence (UI) and pelvic organ prolapse (POP). The main finding was that that laser therapy improved UI, POP, or both. Some background UI (involuntary leakage of urine) can affect about 30% of women. POP happens when the muscles and tissues...
Read MoreTension-free vaginal tape obturator is associated with improved treatment outcomes in women with urinary incontinence
In a nutshell This study investigated the role of tension-free vaginal tape (TVT) obturator (O) and TVT – Secur (S) in the treatment of urinary incontinence in women. Researchers suggested that TVT-O is associated with better outcomes in these patients. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) affects around 15 million adult...
Read MoreWhat alternatives to drug-based treatments help older patients with urinary incontinence?
In a nutshell This article reviewed studies that looked at the benefits of alternative treatments for older patients with urinary incontinence. The results showed that exercise and behavioral therapy may improve symptoms for older women with incontinence. Some background Urinary incontinence, the involuntary leakage of urine, can affect...
Read MoreFemaxeen improves the outcomes of women with urinary incontinence
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness and safety of Femaxeen (pollen, pumpkin seed extract, vitamin E) in the treatment of urinary incontinence (UI) in women. Researchers suggested that this drug might be a good and safe option to treat UI. Some background UI affects around 15 million adult women in the US. It consists of the...
Read MoreComparing two male slings for urinary incontinence
In a nutshell This study compared the outcomes of transobturator and retropubic Argus male sling (T-AMS and R-AMS) in men with urinary incontinence. Researchers suggested that R-AMS is associated with lower incontinence rates and better outcomes in these patients. Some background About 25 million people have urinary incontinence in the US. Of that, 5...
Read MoreIs artificial urinary sphincter associated with improved long-term outcomes in women with urinary incontinence?
In a nutshell This study investigated the long-term outcomes of artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) in women with urinary incontinence (UI). Researchers suggested that AUS is a good long-term treatment option for these patients. Some background Stress urinary incontinence (SUI) is the most common form of incontinence in women. It affects around 15...
Read MoreOnabotulinumtoxinA improves symptoms in patients with overactive bladder and urinary incontinence
In a nutshell This study investigated the effectiveness and safety of onabotulinumtoxinA (OBTA; Botox) in patients with overactive bladder and urinary incontinence. Researchers suggested that OBTA was associated with an improvement in urinary symptoms in these patients. Some background Overactive bladder (OAB) is a chronic disabling condition....
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