Neuromodulation for the Treatment of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms [PDF]
LUTS: Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms, 2015 Neuromodulation therapy incorporates electrical stimulation to target specific nerves that control lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). The objectives of this article are to review the mechanism of action, the type of neuromodulation, and the efficacy of neuromodulation mainly according to the results of randomized controlled trials.
Miki Fuse +4 more
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Improved model for the establishment and evaluation of detrusor overactivity in female Wistar rats
International Brazilian Journal of Urology, 2014 Objective To improve the model for establishment and evaluation of detrusor overactivity in female Wistar rats. Materials and Methods We ligated the perineal urethra of female Wistar rats and then performed filling cystometry.
Nian-zhao Zhang +3 more
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Impact of loop-tail ureteral stents on ureteral stent-related symptoms immediately after ureteroscopic lithotripsy: Comparison with pigtail ureteral stents [PDF]
Investigative and Clinical Urology, 2017 Purpose: To evaluate urination-related quality of life (QoL) in patients with an indwelling ureteral stent immediately after ureteroscopic lithotripsy (URSL) for upper urinary calculi.
Makoto Taguchi +5 more
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U.S. adolescent and adult women\u27s experiences accessing and using toilets in schools, workplaces, and public spaces: A multi-site focus group study to inform future research in bladder health [PDF]
, 2019 The World Health Organization recognizes access to clean and safe toilets as crucial for public health. This study explored U.S. adolescent and adult cisgender women\u27s lived experiences accessing toilets in schools, workplaces, and public spaces.
Berry, Amanda +11 more
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The Persistency Index: A novel screening tool for identifying myofascial pelvic floor dysfunction in patients seeking care for lower urinary tract symptoms [PDF]
, 2023 BACKGROUND: Patients with myofascial pelvic floor dysfunction often present with lower urinary tract symptoms, such as urinary frequency, urgency, and bladder pressure.
Ackerman, A Lenore +6 more
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Neurophysiology of Micturition: a Narrative Review on Preventing Mismanagement [PDF]
International Brazilian Journal of UrologyIntroduction: The insidious interrelation between three key factors underscores the critical need to understand the neural control of the lower urinary tract (LUT): the complexity of its functioning, the epidemiology of conditions that can disrupt it ...
Ricardo C. Mattos, Luciano A. Favorito
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Association between Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms and Sleep Quality of Patients with Depression
Medicina, 2021 Background and Objectives: In the general population, sleep disorders are associated with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) including urinary incontinence (UI). This connection has not been explored fully in specific patient groups.
Mikolaj Przydacz +7 more
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A novel research definition of bladder health in women and girls: Implications for research and public health promotion [PDF]
, 2018 BACKGROUND:Bladder health in women and girls is poorly understood, in part, due to absence of a definition for clinical or research purposes. This article describes the process used by a National Institutes of Health funded transdisciplinary research ...
Amanda Berry +15 more
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Scientific Reports, 2020 The prevalence of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and overactive bladder (OAB) has been measured by population-based investigations in many parts of the world.
M. Przydacz +4 more
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Comparison of low urinary tract symptoms during pregnancy between primiparous and multiparous women after vaginal delivery versus caesarean section [PDF]
Гинекология, 2015 Low urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are a common problem during pregnancy. This study aimed to compare changes in the prevalence of LUTS during pregnancy between primiparous and multiparous women after vaginal delivery versus caesarean section.In total 270
N A Osipova +3 more
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