Botulinum Toxin’s Efficacy for Post-Prostatectomy OAB Varies by Subtype
Long-term post-prostatectomy urinary incontinence affects 3% to 10% of patients.
Overactive Bladder/Enuresis
OAB Symptoms Increase With Longer BCG Therapy for NMIBC
Intravesical BCG therapy is effective in treating NMIBC, but it comes with side effects such as overactive bladder.
Sacral Neuromodulation for Overactive Bladder Shows Real-World Efficacy
Over 10 months, complete continence was achieved by approximately half of implanted patients.
Telemedicine Appears Effective for Managing Overactive Bladder
A small randomized trial finds no worse satisfaction with telemedicine vs in-person visits among patients with OAB.
PTNS Compliance Is Low Among Patients With OAB
In a single-center study, the median duration of percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation therapy was 147 days.
Low Serotonin Levels Linked With Overactive Bladder
Receptors for a specific form of serotonin is widely distributed in the bladder urothelium, investigators noted.
Nocturnal Polyuria Is Highly Prevalent in the United States
The finding is from the first population-based prevalence study of nocturnal polyuria to include both men and women, according to researchers.
Financial Strain, Food Insecurity Linked With Overactive Bladder Severity
In a study, food insecurity was one of several factors linked with more severe OAB.
Urinary Incontinence Highly Prevalent Among Women in US
In a study, 24% of women with any urinary incontinence reported that the condition affected their daily activities.
5 Lifestyle Changes That May Help Overactive Bladder Symptoms
Patients with overactive bladders may experience stress, embarrassment, and a lowered quality of life. However, there are a number of lifestyle changes they can implement that may lessen their symptoms. Making some small changes can be easier than patients realize. What are some changes patients can make?
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