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Erschienen in: Current Bladder Dysfunction Reports 1/2017

13.02.2017 | Overactive Bladder (U Lee, Section Editor)

Outcomes for Intermittent Neuromodulation as a Treatment for Overactive Bladder

verfasst von: Laura N. Nguyen, M. Lira Chowdhury, Jason P. Gilleran

Erschienen in: Current Bladder Dysfunction Reports | Ausgabe 1/2017

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

In this review, we describe the history and basic science behind intermittent neuromodulation, specifically of the tibial nerve and its neuroanatomic suitability for this approach, as well as the logistics, efficacy, and advantages of peripheral tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) in both idiopathic and neurogenic overactive bladder (OAB) populations. We also discuss the less commonly used sacral, pudendal, and genital nerves as a means of intermittent neuromodulation for the management of OAB.

Recent Findings

Intermittent neuromodulation in the form of PTNS is approved as a third-line treatment of OAB, which affects upwards of 16% of the population of the USA.

Summary

Several studies and clinical trials have demonstrated the effectiveness of PTNS in treating OAB, with the benefit of decreased cost and invasiveness compared to chronic, implantable neurostimulators. This has been explored in various patient populations including patients with idiopathic and neurogenic detrusor overactivity.
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Metadaten
Titel
Outcomes for Intermittent Neuromodulation as a Treatment for Overactive Bladder
verfasst von
Laura N. Nguyen
M. Lira Chowdhury
Jason P. Gilleran
Publikationsdatum
13.02.2017
Verlag
Springer US
Erschienen in
Current Bladder Dysfunction Reports / Ausgabe 1/2017
Print ISSN: 1931-7212
Elektronische ISSN: 1931-7220
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11884-017-0411-x

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