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Agu I, Das R, Geller EJ, Carey ET, Chu CM. Prevalence of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Women Planning to Undergo Hysterectomy for Uterine Leiomyoma and Abnormal Uterine Bleeding. J Womens Health (Larchmt) 2024. [PMID: 38572932 DOI: 10.1089/jwh.2023.0988] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 04/05/2024] Open
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Introduction: Leiomyomas are associated with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), but more specific characterization of their impact on LUTS is needed. Methods: This is a retrospective cohort study of 202 participants (101 per group) who underwent hysterectomy for leiomyomas versus abnormal uterine bleeding nonclassified (AUB-N) from July 2015 to May 2019. Baseline demographics, leiomyoma characteristics, and presence of baseline LUTS were collected. The main objective was to compare the prevalence of LUTS between these two groups. Secondary objectives were to analyze the association between leiomyoma characteristics and the prevalence of LUTS. Results: There was no difference in baseline prevalence of LUTS between the hysterectomy for leiomyoma versus AUB-N groups (42.6% vs. 45.5%, p = 0.67). When examining the entire study cohort of participants, irrespective of hysterectomy indication, leiomyoma size >6 cm was associated with an increased prevalence of LUTS when compared with leiomyoma <6 cm (64.9% vs. 40.4%, p = 0.02), and specifically difficulty passing urine (p = 0.02), nocturia (p = 0.04), and urinary frequency (p = 0.04). When controlling for age, body mass index, parity, chronic pelvic pain, and diabetes, leiomyomas >6 cm remained significantly associated with the presence of LUTS (odds ratio 3.1, 95% confidence interval = 1.2-8.3) when compared with leiomyoma <6 cm. Presence of >1 leiomyoma was associated with urinary frequency (67.9% vs. 32.1%, p = 0.02) when compared with ≤1 leiomyoma. Anterior location and uterine volume were not associated with a difference in LUTS. Conclusion: LUTS are prevalent in those planning hysterectomy for leiomyoma and AUB-N. Leiomyomas >6 cm are associated with the presence of LUTS. Future studies should evaluate change in LUTS following hysterectomy for leiomyomas.
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- Ijeoma Agu
- Division of Urogynecology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
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- School of Medicine, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
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- Division of Urogynecology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
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- Division of Minimally Invasive Gynecology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
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- Division of Urogynecology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, North Carolina, USA
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Garg T, Frank K, Johns A, Rabinowitz K, Danella JF, Kirchner HL, Nielsen ME, McMullen CK, Murphy TE, Cohen HJ. Geriatric assessment-derived deficit accumulation and patient-reported treatment burden in older adults with bladder cancer. J Am Geriatr Soc 2024; 72:490-502. [PMID: 37974546 PMCID: PMC10922080 DOI: 10.1111/jgs.18676] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2023] [Revised: 10/02/2023] [Accepted: 10/13/2023] [Indexed: 11/19/2023]
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BACKGROUND When a person's workload of healthcare exceeds their resources, they experience treatment burden. At the intersection of cancer and aging, little is known about treatment burden. We evaluated the association between a geriatric assessment-derived Deficit Accumulation Index (DAI) and patient-reported treatment burden in older adults with early-stage, non-muscle-invasive bladder cancer (NMIBC). METHODS We conducted a cross-sectional survey of older adults with NMIBC (≥65 years). We calculated DAI using the Cancer and Aging Research Group's geriatric assessment and measured urinary symptoms using the Urogenital Distress Inventory-6 (UDI-6). The primary outcome was Treatment Burden Questionnaire (TBQ) score. A negative binomial regression with LASSO penalty was used to model TBQ. We further conducted qualitative thematic content analysis of responses to an open-ended survey question ("What has been your Greatest Challenge in managing medical care for your bladder cancer") and created a joint display with illustrative quotes by DAI category. RESULTS Among 119 patients, mean age was 78.9 years (SD 7) of whom 56.3% were robust, 30.3% pre-frail, and 13.4% frail. In the multivariable model, DAI and UDI-6 were significantly associated with TBQ. Individuals with DAI above the median (>0.18) had TBQ scores 1.94 times greater than those below (adjusted IRR 1.94, 95% CI 1.33-2.82). Individuals with UDI-6 greater than the median (25) had TBQ scores 1.7 times greater than those below (adjusted IRR 1.70, 95% CI 1.16-2.49). The top 5 themes in the Greatest Challenge question responses were cancer treatments (22.2%), cancer worry (19.2%), urination bother (18.2%), self-management (18.2%), and appointment time (11.1%). CONCLUSIONS DAI and worsening urinary symptoms were associated with higher treatment burden in older adults with NMIBC. These data highlight the need for a holistic approach that reconciles the burden from aging-related conditions with that resulting from cancer treatment.
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- Tullika Garg
- Department of Urology, Penn State Health Milton S. Hershey Medical Center, Hershey, PA
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- Biostatistics Core, Geisinger, Danville, PA
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Geisinger, Danville, PA
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- Biostatistics Core, Geisinger, Danville, PA
- Department of Population Health Sciences, Geisinger, Danville, PA
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- Department of Urology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine, Chapel Hill, NC
- Departments of Epidemiology and Health Policy & Management, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Gillings School of Global Public Health, Chapel Hill, NC
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- Department of Public Health Sciences, Penn State College of Medicine, Hershey, PA
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- Center for the Study of Aging and Human Development, Duke University School of Medicine, Durham, NC
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Hinojosa-Gonzalez DE, Saffati G, Kronstedt S, Link RE, Mayer WA. Complete Intraureteral Stents Decrease Urinary Symptoms Compared with Conventional Ureteral Stents: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. J Endourol 2024; 38:198-204. [PMID: 38185842 DOI: 10.1089/end.2023.0467] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 01/09/2024] Open
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Introduction: Up to 80% of stent patients report urinary discomfort, negatively impacting their daily activities and quality of life. Conventional Double-J ureteral stents (DJSs) can cause adverse kidney and bladder-related symptoms. Complete intraureteral stents (CISs) may reduce bothersome bladder symptoms by reducing foreign material in the bladder. We sought to aggregate and analyze ureteral stent symptom questionnaire (USSQ) data from the available randomized controlled trials comparing CISs with conventional ureteral stents. Methods: In February 2023, a Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-Analyses-compliant systematic review was performed to identify studies that evaluated the use of CISs and reported outcomes using the USSQ score. Two authors (D.E.H.-G. and G.S.) independently extracted and analyzed data using Review Manager 5.41. Heterogeneity was assessed using Higgins I2%, with values >50% considered heterogeneous and analyzed with a random effects model; otherwise, a fixed effects model was used. The results are presented as the mean difference (MD) with 95% confidence intervals (CIs). We set our significance level at p = 0.05. Results: Six randomized controlled clinical trials compared CISs with DJSs, but only five trials reported the USSQ score. Among these patients, 235 had CISs, whereas the remaining 259 had DJSs or loop-tail stents and served as controls for 494 patients. Urinary symptoms scores were lower in the CIS group (MD -5.19, 95% CI: [-5.89 to -4.50], p < 0.0001). Pain scores were also lower in the CIS group (MD -1.90 [-2.63 to -1.16] p < 0.00001). General health and work performance domains were similar between the groups. A 2.5% stent failure or migration rate requiring endoscopic intervention was reported in the CIS group compared with 0.3% in the DJS group (odds ratio 4.01 [0.96-16.76] p = 0.06). Conclusions: CISs significantly decrease urinary symptoms and pain associated with conventional indwelling ureteral stents. However, further trials are needed to determine the optimal patient selection for this type of stent.
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- Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA
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- Scott Department of Urology, Baylor College of Medicine, Houston, Texas, USA
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Samaha II, Khamidullina Z, Abdelazim IA. Relationship between routine urinary catheterization and postoperative urinary symptoms and urinary tract infections in women undergoing elective caesarean section. Prz Menopauzalny 2023; 22:207-212. [PMID: 38239400 PMCID: PMC10793614 DOI: 10.5114/pm.2023.133847] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/13/2023] [Accepted: 08/07/2023] [Indexed: 01/22/2024]
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Introduction The aim of the study was to detect the relationship between routine urinary catheterization and postoperative urinary symptoms and urinary tract infections (UTIs) in women undergoing elective caesarean sections (ECSs). Material and methods One hundred women undergoing ECSs were included in this observational study and randomized into a catheterized (C) group, including women who underwent ECS after insertion of indwelling Foley's catheter, and a non-catheterized (NC) group, including women who underwent ECS without Foley's catheter. The Foley's catheters were removed from all participants in the C group once they were freely ambulant and had recovered from the effect of the spinal anaesthesia. Participants were asked about any abnormal postoperative urinary symptoms (dysuria, frequency, urgency, and/or urinary retention), and to collect urine samples (mid-stream) once they were freely ambulant for urine cultures. Results The postoperative dysuria, frequency, and urgency were significantly higher in the C group compared to the NC group [36% (18/50), 40% (20/50), and 34% (17/50) vs. 8% (4/50), 6% (3/50), and 6% (3/50), respectively], (p = 0.006, 0.001 and 0.004, respectively). The urinary tract infections and the postoperative antimicrobials used were significantly higher in the C group compared to the NC group [40% (20/50) and 40% (20/50) vs. 6% (3/50) and 6% (3/50), respectively], (p = 0.001 and 0.001, respectively). The postoperative hospital-stay after the ECSs was significantly higher in the C group compared to the NC group (5.4 ±1.8 days vs. 3.8 ±1.15, respectively), (p = 0.001). Conclusions Routine urinary catheterizations in women undergoing ECS significantly increase the odds of postoperative dysuria, frequency, urgency, UTIs, and the postoperative antimicrobials used.
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- Ihab I. Samaha
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine, Helwan University, Cairo, Egypt
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology N 1, Astana Medical University, Astana, Kazakhstan
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynaecology, Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Cairo, Egypt
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Gete DG, Doust J, Mortlock S, Montgomery G, Mishra GD. Associations between endometriosis and common symptoms: findings from the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2023; 229:536.e1-536.e20. [PMID: 37499990 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2023.07.033] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 03/08/2023] [Revised: 06/28/2023] [Accepted: 07/21/2023] [Indexed: 07/29/2023]
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BACKGROUND Endometriosis has been linked to higher rates of a variety of symptoms; however, the findings from longitudinal studies are scarce and inconsistent. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to examine the association between endometriosis and common symptoms in a prospective cohort study. STUDY DESIGN This study included 7606 women born from 1973 to 1978 using data from the Australian Longitudinal Study on Women's Health that were collected every 3 years from 2009 to 2018. We identified women with endometriosis based on self-reported incidence from each survey and linked administrative health data. At each survey, women also completed a checklist on the presence of 24 symptoms. Generalized estimating equations for multinomial responses were used for analyses. RESULTS Women with endometriosis had significantly more menstrual symptoms than those without endometriosis with an adjusted odds ratio (95% confidence interval) of 3.61 (3.11-4.19) for severe period pain, 2.40 (2.10-2.74) for heavy menstrual bleeding, 1.76 (1.52-2.03) for irregular bleeding, and 1.52 (1.32-1.76) for premenstrual tension. They also had higher odds of mental health problems with adjusted odds ratios of 1.67 (1.39-2.01) for depression and 1.59 (1.24-2.03) for anxiety and higher odds of allergies and nonspecific symptoms with adjusted odds of 1.62 (1.40-1.89) for allergies or hay fever or sinusitis, 1.79 (1.56-2.05) for severe tiredness, 1.56 (1.35-1.81) for sleep difficulty, and 1.77 (1.37-2.18) for palpitations. There was also a strong association with other forms of pain with an adjusted odds ratio of 1.76 (1.53-2.04) for backpain, 1.50 (1.29-1.74) for headaches or migraines, and 1.65 (1.41-1.93) for stiff or painful joints. Women with endometriosis also had increased odds of developing bowel and urinary symptoms with an adjusted odds ratio (95% confidence interval) of 1.67 (1.35-2.08) for constipation, 1.46 (1.12-1.90) for hemorrhoids or piles, 1.25 (1.03-1.52) for indigestion or heartburn, 2.80 (1.71-4.58) for urine burn or stings, and 1.37 (1.03-1.82) for vaginal discharge or irritation. The association between each symptom and endometriosis was similar whether endometriosis was surgically confirmed or clinically suspected. No association was found between endometriosis and the risk for skin problems, leaking urine, or breathing difficulty. CONCLUSION This study suggests that women with endometriosis are more likely to report not only menstrual symptoms but are also at an increased risk for mental health problems, other pain symptoms, bowel and urinary symptoms, and nonspecific symptoms, such as severe tiredness and difficulty sleeping.
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- Dereje G Gete
- Australian Woman and Girls' Health Research Centre, School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Australian Woman and Girls' Health Research Centre, School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Institute for Molecular Bioscience, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Institute for Molecular Bioscience, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia
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- Australian Woman and Girls' Health Research Centre, School of Public Health, Faculty of Medicine, The University of Queensland, Brisbane, Queensland, Australia.
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Singh S, Baranwal K, Rana I, Khan IA, Bajpai S. Sociodemographic Determinants of Urogenital Morbidities Among Menopausal Women in Rural Areas of Eastern Uttar Pradesh. Cureus 2023; 15:e46677. [PMID: 37942388 PMCID: PMC10629220 DOI: 10.7759/cureus.46677] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/07/2023] [Indexed: 11/10/2023] Open
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Background After their mid-forties, almost all women, irrespective of their cultural background and health conditions, begin to experience physical, psychological, and emotional disturbances because of the progressive decline in hormone levels that occur as a reproductive-aged woman transitions from regular cyclic menses to her final menstrual period, ovarian senescence, and beyond. These morbidities hamper day-to-day life and lead to poor quality of life. Timely attention and management of these morbidities help women maintain a healthy and active life. This study aims to evaluate sociodemographic determinants of urogenital morbidities among rural menopausal women. Materials and methods We conducted the present cross-sectional study among a menopausal transition group and a postmenopausal group of women age 40 to 55 residing in the Chargawan block of the district of Gorakhpur from August 1, 2021, to July 31, 2022. After estimating the sample size based on the 2011 census of India, we selected 385 eligible participants. Results We studied a total of 385 women over a period of one year, out of which 171 (46%) were in the menopausal transition and 214 (54%) were postmenopausal. For urinary incontinence and burning micturition, when we compared both groups in relation to age, we found no significant association (p > .05). The symptom of urinary incontinence was significantly associated with the socioeconomic status of participants in both the menopausal transition and postmenopausal groups (p < .05). Conclusions Postmenopausal women harbor a considerable number of urogenital morbidities. Sociocultural, demographic, and behavioral factors influence these morbidities. These associations might serve as indicators of women at risk of experiencing more severe urogenital morbidities.
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- Shalini Singh
- Community Medicine, Baba Raghav Das Medical College, Gorakhpur, IND
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- Community Medicine, Baba Raghav Das Medical College, Gorakhpur, IND
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- Community Medicine, Baba Raghav Das Medical College, Gorakhpur, IND
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- Community Medicine, Baba Raghav Das Medical College, Gorakhpur, IND
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- Community Medicine, Baba Raghav Das Medical College, Gorakhpur, IND
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Tractenberg RE, Groah SL, Frost JK, Yumoto F, Rounds AK, Ljungberg IH. Urinary Symptoms Among People With Neurogenic Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction (NLUTD) Vary by Bladder Management. Top Spinal Cord Inj Rehabil 2023; 29:31-43. [PMID: 38076287 PMCID: PMC10644852 DOI: 10.46292/sci22-00065] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/18/2023]
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Objectives To determine whether assessment and decision-making around urinary symptoms in people with neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) should depend on bladder management. Methods Three surveys of urinary symptoms associated with NLUTD (USQNBs) were designed specific to bladder management method for those who manage their bladders with indwelling catheter (IDC), intermittent catheter (IC), or voiding (V). Each was deployed one time to a national sample. Subject matter experts qualitatively assessed the wording of validated items to identify potential duplicates. Clustering by unsupervised structural learning was used to analyze duplicates. Each item was classified into mutually exclusive and exhaustive categories: clinically actionable ("fever"), bladder-specific ("suprapubic pain"), urine quality ("cloudy urine"), or constitutional ("leg pain"). Results A core of 10 "NLUTD urinary symptoms" contains three clinically actionable, bladder-specific, and urine quality items plus one constitutional item. There are 9 (IDC), 11 (IC), and 8 (V) items unique to these instruments. One decision-making protocol applies to all instruments. Conclusion Ten urinary symptoms in NLUTD are independent of bladder management, whereas a similar number depend on bladder management. We conclude that assessment of urinary symptoms for persons with NLUTD should be specific to bladder management method, like the USQNBs are.
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- Rochelle E. Tractenberg
- Collaborative for Research on Outcomes and –Metrics, Georgetown University, Washington, DC
- Department of Neurology, Biostatistics, Bioinformatics & Biomathematics, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC
- MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC
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- Collaborative for Research on Outcomes and –Metrics, Georgetown University, Washington, DC
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- Collaborative for Research on Outcomes and –Metrics, Georgetown University, Washington, DC
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- MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC
- MedStar Health Research Institute, Hyattsville, MD
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- MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC
- MedStar Health Research Institute, Hyattsville, MD
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Fascelli M, Sajadi KP, Dugi DD, Dy GW. Urinary symptoms after genital gender-affirming penile construction, urethral lengthening and vaginectomy. Transl Androl Urol 2023; 12:932-943. [PMID: 37305627 PMCID: PMC10251104 DOI: 10.21037/tau-22-675] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/13/2022] [Accepted: 01/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023] Open
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Transgender and non-binary (TGNB) individuals are seeking penile reconstruction in greater numbers; many pursue urethral lengthening surgery with a goal of voiding while standing. Changes in urinary function and urologic complications-i.e., urethrocutaneous fistulae and urinary stricture-are common. Familiarity with presenting symptoms and management strategies for urinary complaints after genital gender-affirming surgery (GGAS) can improve patient counseling and outcomes. We will describe current gender-affirming penile construction options with urethral lengthening and review associated urinary complications that present as urinary incontinence. The incidence and impact of lower urinary tract symptoms after metoidioplasty and phalloplasty are poorly characterized due to limited post-operative follow-up. Post-phalloplasty, urethrocutaneous fistula is the most common urethral complication, ranging in incidence from 15-70%. Assessment of concomitant urethral stricture is necessary. No standard technique exists for management of these fistula or strictures. Metoidioplasty studies report lower rates of stricture and fistula, 2% and 9% respectively. Other common voiding complaints include dribbling, urethral diverticula and vaginal remnants. History and physical exam in the post-GGAS evaluation require understanding of prior surgeries and attempted reconstructive efforts; adjuncts to physical exam include uroflowmetry, retrograde urethrography, voiding cysto-urethrogram, cystoscopy, and MRI. Following gender-affirming penile construction, TGNB patients may experience a host of urinary symptoms and complications that impact quality of life. Due to anatomic differences, symptoms require tailored evaluation which can be done by urologists in an affirming environment.
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- Michele Fascelli
- Urology, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Transgender Health Program, Oregon Health and Sciences University, Portland, OR, USA
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- Urology and Urogynecology, Transgender Health Program, Oregon Health and Sciences University, Portland, OR, USA
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- Urology, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Transgender Health Program, Oregon Health and Sciences University, Portland, OR, USA
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- Urology, Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery, Transgender Health Program, Oregon Health and Sciences University, Portland, OR, USA
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Shore ND, Stenzl A, Pieczonka C, Klaassen Z, Aronson WJ, Karsh L, Ryan CJ, Ortiz J, Srinivasan S, Mohamed AF, Verholen F. Impact of darolutamide on local symptoms: pre-planned and post hoc analyses of the ARAMIS trial. BJU Int 2023; 131:452-460. [PMID: 36087070 DOI: 10.1111/bju.15887] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To assess, the effect of darolutamide (a structurally distinct androgen receptor inhibitor) on urinary and bowel symptoms, using data from the phase III ARAMIS trial (NCT02200614) that showed darolutamide significantly reduced the risk of metastasis and death versus placebo. PATIENTS AND METHODS Patients with non-metastatic castration-resistant prostate cancer (nmCRPC) were randomised 2:1 to darolutamide (n = 955) or placebo (n = 554). Local symptom control was assessed by first prostate cancer-related invasive procedures and post hoc analyses of time to deterioration in quality of life (QoL) using total urinary and bowel symptoms, and individual questions for these symptoms from the European Organisation for Research and Treatment of Cancer Quality of Life Questionnaire Prostate Cancer Module subscales and Functional Assessment of Cancer Therapy-Prostate prostate cancer subscale. Prostate-specific antigen (PSA) responses were correlated with urinary and bowel adverse events (AEs). RESULTS Fewer patients receiving darolutamide (4.7%) versus placebo (9.6%) underwent invasive procedures, and time to first procedure was prolonged with darolutamide (hazard ratio 0.42, 95% confidence interval 0.28-0.62). Darolutamide significantly (P < 0.01) delayed worsening of QoL for total urinary and bowel symptoms versus placebo, mostly attributed by individual symptoms of urinary frequency, associated pain, and interference with daily activities. AEs of urinary retention and dysuria were less frequent with darolutamide, and greater PSA response (≥90%, ≥50% and <90%, <50%) among darolutamide-treated patients was associated with lower incidences of urinary retention (2.2%, 4.2%, 5.1%) and dysuria (0.5%, 3.2%, 5.1%), respectively. CONCLUSIONS Darolutamide demonstrated a positive impact on local disease recurrence and symptom control in patients with nmCRPC, delayed time to deterioration in QoL related to urinary and bowel symptoms, and a favourable safety profile showing similar incidence of urinary- and bowel-related AEs compared with placebo.
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- Neal D Shore
- Carolina Urologic Research Center, Atlantic Urology Clinics, Myrtle Beach, SC, USA
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- University of California and VA Medical Center Greater Los Angeles Healthcare System, Los Angeles, CA, USA
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Rounds AK, Tractenberg RE, Groah SL, Frost JK, Ljungberg IH, Navia H, Pham CT. Urinary Symptoms Are Unrelated to Leukocyte Esterase and Nitrite Among Indwelling Catheter Users. Top Spinal Cord Inj Rehabil 2023; 29:82-93. [PMID: 36819928 PMCID: PMC9936899 DOI: 10.46292/sci22-00095] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 02/17/2023]
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Objectives To explore the association between dipstick results and urinary symptoms. Method This was a prospective 12-month observational study of real-time self-administered urine dipstick results and symptoms in a community setting that included 52 spinal cord injury/disease (SCI/D) participants with neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) who use an indwelling catheter. Symptoms were collected using the Urinary Symptom Questionnaire for Neurogenic Bladder-Indwelling Catheter (USQNB-IDC). The USQNB-IDC includes actionable (A), bladder (B1), urine quality (B2), and other (C) symptoms; analyses focused on A, B1, and B2 symptoms. Dipstick results include nitrite (NIT +/-), and leukocyte esterase (LE; negative, trace, small, moderate, or large). Dipstick outcomes were defined as strong positive (LE = moderate/large and NIT+), inflammation positive (LE = moderate/large and NIT-), negative (LE = negative/trace and NIT-), and indeterminate (all others). Results Nitrite positive dipsticks and moderate or large LE positive dipsticks were each observed in over 50% of the sample in every week. Strong positive dipstick results were observed in 35% to 60% of participants in every week. A, B1, or B2 symptoms co-occurred less than 50% of the time with strong positive dipsticks, but they also co-occurred with negative dipsticks. Participants were asymptomatic with a strong positive dipstick an average of 30.2% of the weeks. On average, 73% of the time a person had a negative dipstick, they also had no key symptoms (95% CI, .597-.865). Conclusion No association was observed between A, B1, and B2 symptoms and positive dipstick. A negative dipstick with the absence of key symptoms may better support clinical decision-making.
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- Amanda K Rounds
- MedStar Health Research Institute, Hyattsville, Maryland
- MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC
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- Collaborative for Research on Outcomes and Metrics, Silver Spring, Maryland
- Departments of Neurology, Rehabilitation Medicine, and Biostatistics, Bioinformatics & Biomathematics, Georgetown University, Washington, DC
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- MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC
- MedStar Georgetown University Hospital Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Washington, DC
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- Collaborative for Research on Outcomes and Metrics, Silver Spring, Maryland
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- MedStar Health Research Institute, Hyattsville, Maryland
- MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC
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- Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC
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- Georgetown University School of Medicine, Washington, DC
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Samir M, Mahmoud MA, Tawfick A. Does bacterial colonization influence ureteral stent-associated morbidity? A prospective study. Arab J Urol 2023; 21:156-161. [PMID: 37521451 PMCID: PMC10373606 DOI: 10.1080/2090598x.2022.2164124] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/29/2022] [Accepted: 12/27/2022] [Indexed: 01/04/2023] Open
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Objective to evaluate the effect of bacterial colonization on ureteral stent-associated morbidity. Methods This was a prospective study that took place between February 2019 and March 2022. We examined one hundred fifteen patients for ureteric stents application. On the same day of stent removal, the Arabic version of Ureteral Stent Symptoms Questionnaire (USSQ) was used to assess stent-associated morbidity. The stent-associated morbidity and the specificity and sensitivity of culture in the stent and midstream urine were recorded. Results In 15.6% of the patients stent colonization was positive; E. coli was the most common isolated organism. There was no statistically significant difference between sex, age, irrigation fluid volume and duration of operation for stent colonization. However, stent indwelling time was significantly higher in patients with stents with positive cultures. In the colonized stents, there was a statistically significant difference with regards to the total score of USSQ, pain, urinary symptoms, work performance and additional problems of USSQ. Meanwhile, there was no statistically significant difference in the general health and sexual matter. Conclusions stent colonization may be a contributing factor in stent-related morbidity. Stent bacterial colonization increases with the time of stent retention. Stent cultures are not needed as the same microorganisms are detected in urine cultures.
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- Mohamed Samir
- Urology, Ain Shams University Hospitals, Cairo, Egypt
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- Urology, Ain Shams University Hospitals, Cairo, Egypt
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Wang J, Han J, Feng J, Guo K, Chen W, Zhou Y, Li Y. Effect of Bushen Huoxue Decoction combined with moxibustion on inflammation and urinary symptoms in patients with prostate cancer. Am J Transl Res 2022; 14:8991-9000. [PMID: 36628202 PMCID: PMC9827290] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/09/2022] [Accepted: 10/26/2022] [Indexed: 01/12/2023]
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OBJECTIVE To investigate the efficacy of Bushen Huoxue Decoction (BSHXD) combined with moxibustion on inflammation and urinary symptoms in prostate cancer (PC) patients. METHODS A total of 87 patients with PC admitted to the Hebei Provincial Hospital of Traditional Chinese Medicine from 08/2019 to 12/2021 were collected for this retrospective study. There were 42 patients treated with conventional treatment regimens who were regarded as the control group (CG). The remaining 45 patients treated with BSHXD and moxibustion were considered the experimental group (EG). The quality of survival of patients was assessed through the C30 and PR25 subscales of the European Organization for Research and Treatment of Cancer Core Quality of Life Questionnaire (EORTC QLQ). Patients' urinary symptom changes were evaluated using the International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS). The levels of interleukin-6 (IL-6) and tumor necrosis factor α (TNF)-α were measured by Elisa assay before and after the treatment. The maximum urinary flow rate and residual urine volume of the patients were compared before and after the treatment. Logistic regression was used to analyze the risk factors affecting the progression to castration-resistant prostate cancer (CRPC). RESULTS There was no statistical difference in the total response rate between the two groups of patients (P>0.05). Patients in the EG had a higher QLQ-C30 and maximum urinary flow rate scores than those in the CG after the treatment. The residual urine volume, IL-6, TNF-α, QLQ-PR25, and IPSS scores in the EG were lower (P<0.05). The multi-factorial regression analysis revealed that the Gleason score and the pre-treatment prostate-specific antigen (PSA) level were independent risk factors for the development of CRPC in patients (P<0.05). We plotted the receiver operating characteristic curves for predicting CRPC based on the indicators of patients. The area under the curve for Gleason score and the pre-treatment PSA level were 0.665 and 0.827, respectively, and 0.935 for the combination. CONCLUSION BSHXD combined with moxibustion had no effect on patients' progressive values of CRPC and did not enhance their outcomes. It was effective in improving their lower urinary symptoms, inflammation, and quality of life.
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Yu WR, Jhang JF, Chen BY, Ou SR, Li HM, Kuo HC. Multimodal Treatment with Cognitive Behavioral Therapeutic Intervention Plus Bladder Treatment Is More Effective than Monotherapy for Patients with Interstitial Cystitis/Bladder Pain Syndrome-A Randomized Clinical Trial. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11206221. [PMID: 36294541 PMCID: PMC9604893 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11206221] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/03/2022] [Revised: 10/10/2022] [Accepted: 10/20/2022] [Indexed: 11/16/2022] Open
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(1) Background: Introduction: Interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) not only induces physiological damage but also greatly affects psychological stress. Multidisciplinary therapy has been recommended for IC/BPS treatment, but clinical trial data of combined bladder therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) are lacking. This study evaluated CBT efficacy in patients with IC/BPS. (2) Methods: Patients with IC/BPS were randomized to the bladder monotherapy (BT) or combined CBT (CBT) group. The primary endpoint was the self-reported outcome by global response assessment (GRA). Secondary endpoints included IC symptoms and problem index, bladder pain score, Beck’s anxiety inventory (BAI), and depression inventory, and objective parameters were also compared. (3) Result: A total of 30 patients receiving BT and 30 receiving CBT therapy were enrolled. Significant improvement of the BAI at 8 (p = 0.045) and 12 weeks (p = 0.02) post-treatment was observed in the CBT group, with significantly greater GRA scores at 12 weeks (p < 0.001). Repeated measures analysis of variance showed a significant effect within the CBT group on IC/BPS patients’ self-reported treatment outcomes (p = 0.001) and anxiety severity BAI scores (p = 0.033). (4) Conclusion: A multimodal treatment of CBT combined with suitable bladder treatment more effectively improves anxiety severity and treatment outcomes in patients with IC/BPS.
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- Wan-Ru Yu
- Department of Nursing, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Hualien 970, Taiwan
- Institute of Medical Sciences, Tzu Chi University, Hualien 970, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation and Tzu Chi University, Hualien 970, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation and Tzu Chi University, Hualien 970, Taiwan
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- Department of Psychiatry, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Hualien 970, Taiwan
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- Department of Nursing, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Hualien 970, Taiwan
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- Department of Psychiatry, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Hualien 970, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation and Tzu Chi University, Hualien 970, Taiwan
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +886-3-8561825 (ext. 2117)
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Shapiro KK, Brucker BM. Chapter 4: Treatment of overactive bladder in men: Is it really different? Neurourol Urodyn 2022; 41:1975-1982. [PMID: 35781322 DOI: 10.1002/nau.25000] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/04/2022] [Revised: 05/13/2022] [Accepted: 05/19/2022] [Indexed: 11/07/2022]
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INTRODUCTION Overactive bladder (OAB) in men is a topic that is gaining increasing attention as there is a wider understanding that OAB is not a female condition. There are several treatments; however, data in male populations are lacking compared to female cohorts. The high likelihood of concomitant benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and benign prostatic obstruction (BPO) adds to the complexity of the treatment algorithm. The overlap in urinary storage symptoms also makes the interpretation of the literature challenging. METHODS Articles that evaluated men with OAB and men with OAB and BPH/BPO were evaluated and assessed. RESULTS Behavioral interventions can offer a significant benefit to male patients with OAB. Medical therapies that have been studied in men with OAB include anticholinergics, beta-3 agonists, and phosphodiesterase-5 inhibits. These agents can be offered in addition to alpha-blockers for men with coexisting BPH/BPO. The literature on Onabotulinumtoxin-A and neuromodulation modulation in the male population is growing and shows promising results. CONCLUSION Male OAB is complex; however, there is a growing body of literature to help guide treatments. Many treatments are available and they have shown considerable success.
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Alcaraz A, Castro-Díaz D, Gacci M, Salonia A, Ficarra V, Carballido-Rodríguez J, Rodríguez-Antolín A, Medina-Polo J, Fernández-Gómez JM, Cózar-Olmo JM, Búcar-Terrades S, Pérez-León N, Brenes-Bermúdez FJ, Molero-García JM, Fernández-Pro-Ledesma A, Herdman M, Angulo JC, Manasanch J. Efficacy and Tolerability of 6-Month Treatment with Tamsulosin Plus the Hexanic Extract of Serenoa repens versus Tamsulosin Plus 5-Alpha-Reductase Inhibitors for Moderate-to-Severe LUTS-BPH Patients: Results of a Paired Matched Clinical Study. J Clin Med 2022; 11:jcm11133615. [PMID: 35806900 PMCID: PMC9267652 DOI: 10.3390/jcm11133615] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/05/2022] [Revised: 06/13/2022] [Accepted: 06/16/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023] Open
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The objective of this subset analysis was to evaluate and compare the efficacy and tolerability of two combination treatments for men with moderate-to-severe lower urinary tract symptoms associated with benign prostatic hyperplasia (LUTS/BPH). Data were from a real-world, open-label, prospective, and multicenter study performed in outpatient urology clinics. Men with moderate-to-severe LUTS/BPH received 6-month treatment with tamsulosin (TAM) in combination with either the hexanic extract of S. repens (HESr) or a 5-alpha-reductase inhibitor (5ARI). Changes in urinary symptoms and quality of life were measured using the IPSS and BII questionnaires, respectively. Treatment tolerability was assessed by recording adverse effects (AEs). Patients in the two study groups were matched using iterative and propensity score matching approaches. After iterative matching, data were available from 136 patients (n = 68 treated with TAM + 5ARI, n = 68 with TAM + HESr). After 6 months of treatment, mean (SD) IPSS total score improved by 7.7 (6.3) and 6.7 (5.0) points in the TAM + 5ARI and TAM + HESr groups, respectively (p = 0.272); mean BII total scores improved by 3.1 (2.9) and 2.9 (2.4) points (p = 0.751), respectively. AEs were reported by 26.5% and 10.3% of patients in the same groups, mostly affecting sexual function (p < 0.027). When used in a real-world setting to treat patients with moderate-severe LUTS/BPH, 6-month treatment with TAM + HESr was as effective as TAM + 5ARI, but with better tolerability.
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- Antonio Alcaraz
- Urology Department, Hospital Clínic, Universitat de Barcelona, IDIBAPS (Institut d’Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer), 08036 Barcelona, Spain;
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- Urology Department, Hospital Universitario de Canarias, 38320 Tenerife, Spain;
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- Unit of Minimally Invasive and Robotic Urologic Surgery and Kidney Transplantation, Careggi University Hospital (AOUC), University of Florence, 50134 Florence, Italy;
- Department of Experimental and Clinical Medicine, University of Florence, 50134 Florence, Italy
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- Division of Experimental Oncology/Unit of Urology, URI, IRCCS Ospedale San Raffaele, 20132 Milan, Italy;
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- Department of Human and Pediatric Pathology “Gaetano Barresi”, Urology Section, University of Messina, 98125 Messina, Italy;
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- Urology Department, Research Institute i + 12, Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre, 28041 Madrid, Spain; (A.R.-A.); (J.M.-P.)
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- Urology Department, Research Institute i + 12, Hospital Universitario 12 de Octubre, 28041 Madrid, Spain; (A.R.-A.); (J.M.-P.)
- Urology Unit, HM Hospital, 28050 Madrid, Spain
- ROC Clinic, 28010 Madrid, Spain
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- Urology Department, Hospital Universitario Virgen de las Nieves, 18014 Granada, Spain;
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- Insight Consulting and Research, 08301 Mataró, Spain;
- Saw Swee Hock School of Public Health, National University of Singapore, Singapore 117549, Singapore
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- Clinical Department, Universidad Europea de Madrid, 28905 Getafe, Spain;
- Urology Department, Hospital Universitario de Getafe, 28905 Getafe, Spain
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Ng QX, Lim YL, Loke W, Chee KT, Lim DY. Females with Eating Disorders and Urinary Incontinence: A Psychoanalytic Perspective. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2022; 19:ijerph19084874. [PMID: 35457741 PMCID: PMC9028028 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph19084874] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/28/2021] [Revised: 04/13/2022] [Accepted: 04/15/2022] [Indexed: 02/01/2023]
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Eating disorders (EDs) are complicated mental illnesses with significant treatment resistance and dropout rates. For successful treatment, it is important for clinicians to better understand the patients’ narrative and their lived experiences. A thorough psychodynamic understanding of patients’ childhood attachment and primary relationships, personality traits and mental processes is, therefore, crucial for managing patients with ED. Interestingly, several studies have observed an association between functional urinary symptoms and individuals with ED. EDs such as anorexia nervosa are associated with an increased risk of all urinary symptoms, and functional incontinence was also more common in extreme female athletes with low energy availability and with disordered eating. There is, however, a dearth of literature describing this relationship, and the underlying mechanisms remain remote. In this paper, we present a psychoanalytic approach to the presence of urinary symptoms in females with EDs. We hypothesize that these symptoms are tied to specific traits or characteristics of ED patients, namely the overarching need for control, a pathological strive for perfection and the self-denial of basic bodily urges. This is discussed in relation to psychopathological processes, development and personality factors commonly seen in patients with ED.
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- Qin Xiang Ng
- MOH Holdings Pte Ltd., 1 Maritime Square, Singapore 099253, Singapore; (Y.L.L.); (W.L.)
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +65-6638-6979
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- MOH Holdings Pte Ltd., 1 Maritime Square, Singapore 099253, Singapore; (Y.L.L.); (W.L.)
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- MOH Holdings Pte Ltd., 1 Maritime Square, Singapore 099253, Singapore; (Y.L.L.); (W.L.)
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- Institute of Mental Health, 10 Buangkok View, Buangkok Green, Medical Park, Singapore 539747, Singapore; (K.T.C.); (D.Y.L.)
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- Institute of Mental Health, 10 Buangkok View, Buangkok Green, Medical Park, Singapore 539747, Singapore; (K.T.C.); (D.Y.L.)
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Groah S, Tractenberg RE, Frost JK, Rounds A, Ljungberg I. Independence of Urinary Symptoms and Urinary Dipstick Results in Voiders With Neurogenic Bladder. Top Spinal Cord Inj Rehabil 2022; 28:116-128. [PMID: 35521057 PMCID: PMC9009195 DOI: 10.46292/sci21-00006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Background Urinary symptoms and urinary tract infection (UTI) are frequent and burdensome problems associated with neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction. Objectives To determine whether an association exists between urinary symptoms and urine dipstick results among individuals with spinal cord injury (SCI) or multiple sclerosis (MS). Methods Prospective 12-month cohort study of 76 participants with SCI or MS who manage their bladders by voiding. Eligibility criteria included adults ≥18 years old, at least three UTIs since diagnosis, and residence in the United States. Participants completed the Urinary Symptoms Questionnaire for Neurogenic Bladder-Voider version (USQNB-V) biweekly (26 assessments) and tested their urine by dipstick at the same time. Symptom burden was estimated based on endorsements of USQNB-V symptoms classified as clinically actionable (9), bladder function (8), and urine quality (4). Urine dipstick results assessed were leukocyte esterase (LE) and nitrite (NIT). Results Participants were stratified into four groups based on etiology of neurologic dysfunction and whether they ever experienced any urinary symptoms (USx): SCI+USx (n = 14), SCI+NoUSx (n = 5), MS+USx (n = 32), and MS+NoUSx (n = 25). In descending order, symptom burden was greatest for the MS+USx group, followed by both SCI groups; it was lowest for MS+NoUSx. We assessed multiple definitions of "positive" dipstick and found evidence of independence of USQNB-V symptoms and urinary dipstick results with each definition. In each group, the median (and majority) of strong positive dipsticks did not coincide with any symptoms. Conclusion Among people with SCI or MS who void, self-administered urine dipstick results and urinary symptom reporting contribute independent information for clinical decision making.
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- Suzanne Groah
- MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, Washington, DC
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- Collaborative for Research on Outcomes and Metrics, Silver Spring, Maryland
- Departments of Neurology, Rehabilitation Medicine, and Biostatistics, Bioinformatics & Biomathematics, Georgetown University, Washington, DC
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- Collaborative for Research on Outcomes and Metrics, Silver Spring, Maryland
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- MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC
- MedStar Health Research Institute, Hyattsville, Maryland
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- MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC
- MedStar Health Research Institute, Hyattsville, Maryland
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Mwesigwa PJ, Jackson NJ, Caron AT, Kanji F, Ackerman JE, Webb JR, Scott VCS, Eilber KS, Underhill DM, Anger JT, Ackerman AL. Unsupervised Machine Learning Approaches Reveal Distinct Phenotypes of Perceived Bladder Pain: A Pilot Study. Front Pain Res (Lausanne) 2022; 2. [PMID: 35036991 PMCID: PMC8758057 DOI: 10.3389/fpain.2021.757878] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/13/2022] Open
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Interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) is defined as an unpleasant sensation perceived to be related to the bladder with associated urinary symptoms. Due to difficulties discriminating pelvic visceral sensation, IC/BPS likely represents multiple phenotypes with different etiologies that present with overlapping symptomatic manifestations, which complicates clinical management. We hypothesized that unique bladder pain phenotypes or "symptomatic clusters" would be identifiable using machine learning analysis (unsupervised clustering) of validated patient-reported urinary and pain measures. Patients (n = 145) with pelvic pain/discomfort perceived to originate in the bladder and lower urinary tract symptoms answered validated questionnaires [OAB Questionnaire (OAB-q), O'Leary-Sant Indices (ICSI/ICPI), female Genitourinary Pain Index (fGUPI), and Pelvic Floor Disability Index (PFDI)]. In comparison to asymptomatic controls (n = 69), machine learning revealed three bladder pain phenotypes with unique, salient features. The first group chiefly describes urinary frequency and pain with the voiding cycle, in which bladder filling causes pain relieved by bladder emptying. The second group has fluctuating pelvic discomfort and straining to void, urinary frequency and urgency without incontinence, and a sensation of incomplete emptying without urinary retention. Pain in the third group was not associated with voiding, instead being more constant and focused on the urethra and vagina. While not utilized as a feature for clustering, subjects in the second and third groups were significantly younger than subjects in the first group and controls without pain. These phenotypes defined more homogeneous patient subgroups which responded to different therapies on chart review. Current approaches to the management of heterogenous populations of bladder pain patients are often ineffective, discouraging both patients and providers. The granularity of individual phenotypes provided by unsupervised clustering approaches can be exploited to help objectively define more homogeneous patient subgroups. Better differentiation of unique phenotypes within the larger group of pelvic pain patients is needed to move toward improvements in care and a better understanding of the etiologies of these painful symptoms.
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- Patricia J Mwesigwa
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Center for Women's Pelvic Health, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Department of Medicine, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Cedars-Sinai Medical Group, Department of Internal Medicine, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Department of Biomedical Sciences, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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- Division of Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Urology, David Geffen School of Medicine at UCLA, Los Angeles, CA, United States
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Daneshwar D, Nordin A. Low intensity extracorporeal shockwave therapy for chronic pelvic pain syndrome patients with erectile dysfunction. Medicine (Baltimore) 2022; 101:e28546. [PMID: 35029213 PMCID: PMC8758023 DOI: 10.1097/md.0000000000028546] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/30/2021] [Accepted: 12/20/2021] [Indexed: 11/26/2022] Open
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INTRODUCTION In this study, the efficacy of low intensity shock wave therapy (LSWT) in improving symptoms of chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CPPS) and erectile dysfunction (ED) was investigated. METHODS Men diagnosed with CPPS and ED (n = 50) were prescribed with LSWT. The LSWT was administered in 10 sessions over the course of 5 weeks at 3,000 pulses with .25 mJ/mm2 energy flow and 5 Hz frequency. Outcome parameters were measured before and after LSWT. RESULTS Clinical symptoms related to CPPS and ED were measured using four validated questionnaires namely National Institute of Health Chronic Prostatitis Symptom Index (NIH-CPSI), the International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF), the International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), and Sexual Health Inventory for Men (SHIM). The effect of LSWT on each of the three domains of NIH-CPSI, namely Pain, Symptoms, and Quality of Life (QoL) were also analyzed. Uroflowmetry was measured to assess LSWT effect on urine voiding. The mean baseline CPPS symptoms on NIH-CPSI domains of pain, symptoms and QoL were 9.92 ± 5.72 (mean ± SD), 5.14 ± 14.5, and 8.02 ± 3.17, respectively. LSWT resulted in significant reduction of CPPS symptoms on all NIH-CPSI domains (Pain = .9 ± 1.37; Symptoms = .74 ± 1.03; QoL = 1.16 ± 1.78). The baseline means of CPPS symptoms on IIEF, IPSS, and SHIM were 45.42 ± 16.24, 24.68 ± 9.28, and 14.28 ± 6.02, respectively. LSWT significant improved CPPS symptoms on IIEF (49.48 ± 28.30) and IPSS (9.04 ± 7.01) but not on SHIM (16.02 ± 9.85). No statistically significant differences were observed with all uroflowmetry parameters. CONCLUSION The current study demonstrated for the first time the safety and efficacy of LSWT administered in 10 sessions over 5 weeks in improving symptoms of CPPS and ED without causing any significant adverse effect to the patient.
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- Datesh Daneshwar
- Urology Clinic, Prince Court Medical Centre, 39, Jalan Kia Peng, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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- MedCentral Consulting, B-1-4, Desa Bangsawan, Jalan 27/117A, Bandar Tun Razak, Cheras, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
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Patel M, Khullar V. Urogynaecology and Ehlers-Danlos syndrome. Am J Med Genet C Semin Med Genet 2021; 187:579-585. [PMID: 34799982 DOI: 10.1002/ajmg.c.31959] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/02/2021] [Revised: 11/05/2021] [Accepted: 11/09/2021] [Indexed: 12/11/2022]
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Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (EDS) can lead to a presentation to urogynaecology services with multiple symptoms including vaginal prolapse, overactive bladder symptoms, voiding dysfunction, bladder pain syndrome, recurrent urinary tracts infections, stress urinary incontinence, recurring bladder diverticula, vesicoureteral reflux, pelvic floor pain or spasms, and complicated postnatal perineal wounds. This article explores the pathophysiology of these conditions in causing urinary urgency, incontinence, and infections; highlighting the key investigations and management considerations for women with EDS including conservative, pharmacological, and surgical.
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- Mittal Patel
- Department of Urogynaecology, St. Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Paddington, London, UK
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- Department of Urogynaecology, St. Mary's Hospital, Imperial College Healthcare NHS Trust, Paddington, London, UK
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Tractenberg RE, Frost JK, Yumoto F, Rounds AK, Ljungberg IH, Groah SL. Reliability of the Urinary Symptom Questionnaires for people with neurogenic bladder (USQNB) who void or use indwelling catheters. Spinal Cord 2021; 59:939-947. [PMID: 34345005 PMCID: PMC8486337 DOI: 10.1038/s41393-021-00665-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/03/2020] [Revised: 06/25/2021] [Accepted: 06/28/2021] [Indexed: 11/25/2022]
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STUDY DESIGN This is a descriptive psychometrics study. OBJECTIVES Neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD), also called Neurogenic Bladder (NB), is a common and disruptive condition in a variety of neurologic diagnoses. Our team developed patient-centered instruments, Urinary Symptom Questionnaires for people with neurogenic bladder (USQNB), specific to people with NLUTD who manage their bladders with intermittent catheterization (IC), indwelling catheters (IDC), or who void (V). This article reports evidence of reliability of the IDC and V instruments. SETTING Online surveys completed by individuals in the United States with NLUTD due to spinal cord injury (SCI), or multiple sclerosis (MS) who manage their bladder with IDC (SCI, n = 306), or by voiding (SCI, n = 103; MS, n = 383). METHODS Reliability estimates were based on endorsement of the items on the USQNB-IDC and USQNB-V. Reliability evidence was representativeness of these symptoms for a national sample (by determining if endorsement > 10%); internal consistency estimates (by Cronbach's alpha and item correlation coefficient, ICC); and interrelatedness of the items (by inferred Bayesian network, BN). We also tested whether a one-factor conceptualization of "urinary symptoms in NLUTD" was supportable for either instrument. RESULTS All items were endorsed by >20% of our samples. Urine quality symptoms tended to be the most commonly endorsed on both instruments. Cronbach's alpha and ICC estimates were high (>0.74), but not suggestive of redundancy. BNs showed interpretable associations among the items, and did not discover uninterpretable or unexpected associations. Neither instrument fit a one-factor model, as expected. CONCLUSIONS The USQNB-IDC and USQNB-V instruments show sufficient, multidimensional reliability for implementation and further study.
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- Rochelle E Tractenberg
- Collaborative for Research on Outcomes and-Metrics, Washington, DC, USA.
- Departments of Neurology, and Biostatistics, Bioinformatics & Biomathematics, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA.
- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA.
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- Collaborative for Research on Outcomes and-Metrics, Washington, DC, USA
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- Collaborative for Research on Outcomes and-Metrics, Washington, DC, USA
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- MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC, USA
- MedStar Health Research Health Institute, Hyattsville, MD, USA
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- MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC, USA
- MedStar Health Research Health Institute, Hyattsville, MD, USA
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- Department of Rehabilitation Medicine, Georgetown University Medical Center, Washington, DC, USA
- MedStar National Rehabilitation Hospital, Washington, DC, USA
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Pennesi CM, English EM, Bell S, Lossie AC, Quint EH, Swenson CW. Prevalence of urinary, prolapse, and bowel symptoms in Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome. Am J Obstet Gynecol 2021; 225:70.e1-70.e12. [PMID: 33621544 DOI: 10.1016/j.ajog.2021.02.020] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/03/2020] [Revised: 02/11/2021] [Accepted: 02/18/2021] [Indexed: 10/22/2022]
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BACKGROUND Müllerian agenesis, or Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome, occurs in 1 in 4500 to 5000 individuals assigned female sex at birth. Pelvic floor symptoms among individuals with Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome have not been well studied, and it is unknown how vaginal lengthening treatments affect these symptoms. OBJECTIVE This study aimed to assess urinary, prolapse, and bowel symptoms in individuals with Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome and to determine whether symptoms vary by vaginal lengthening treatment. STUDY DESIGN We conducted a cross-sectional study in 2019 using an online survey distributed by the Beautiful You MRKH Foundation via social media to individuals with Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome. Demographics, age at and timing of diagnosis, information about vaginal lengthening treatment, urinary symptoms (Michigan Incontinence Symptom Index), prolapse symptoms (Pelvic Organ Prolapse Distress Inventory short-form version), and bowel symptoms (Bristol Stool Form Scale) were obtained. The inclusion criteria included self-reported diagnosis of müllerian agenesis and female sex. Respondents with a history of renal transplant or dialysis, completion of <85% of the survey, and non-English survey responses were excluded. Descriptive analyses were used to describe the sample population. Logistic regression, Kruskal-Wallis, and Fisher exact tests were used to compare the prevalence of pelvic floor symptoms and vaginal lengthening treatments. Associations between age and genitourinary symptoms were investigated with Spearman correlations. RESULTS Of 808 respondents, 615 met the inclusion criteria, representing 40 countries. 81% of respondents identified as white. The median age of the participants was 29 years (interquartile range, 24-36), with a median age at diagnosis of 16 years (interquartile range, 15-17). Among the 614 respondents, 331 (54%) had vaginal lengthening treatment, 130 of whom (39%) had undergone surgical vaginal lengthening. Of individuals with Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome, 428 of 614 (70%) reported having had one or more urinary symptoms, and 339 of 428 (79%) reported being bothered by these symptoms. Urinary symptoms included urinary incontinence (210 of 614 [34%]), urinary frequency (245 of 614 [40%]), urinary urgency (248 of 614 [40%]), pain with urination (97 of 614 [16%]), and recurrent urinary tract infections (177 of 614 [29%]). Prolapse symptoms included lower abdominal pressure (248 of 612 [41%]), pelvic heaviness or dullness (177 of 610 [29%]), and vaginal bulge (68 of 609 [11%]). In addition, constipation was reported by 153 of 611 respondents (25%), and anal incontinence was reported by 153 of 608 (25%) respondents. Beside recent urinary incontinence (P=.003) and anal incontinence (P<.001), the prevalence of pelvic floor symptoms (P>.05) did not differ significantly between those with and without vaginal lengthening. Among those with surgical vaginal lengthening, symptomatic vaginal bulge was highest in individuals who underwent a bowel vaginoplasty procedure. CONCLUSION Urinary, prolapse, and bowel symptoms are common among individuals with Mayer-Rokitansky-Küster-Hauser syndrome and should be evaluated in this population. Overall, compared with no vaginal lengthening treatment, having vaginal lengthening treatment is not associated with substantial differences in the prevalence of pelvic floor symptoms, with the exception of recent urinary incontinence and anal incontinence. Our data suggested that bowel vaginoplasty may be associated with greater symptoms of vaginal bulge. More robust studies are needed to determine the impact of various vaginal lengthening treatments on pelvic floor symptoms.
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Lawal OO, Morhason-Bello IO, Atalabi OM, Ojengbede OA. Incidence of postpartum urinary retention in a tertiary hospital in Ibadan, Nigeria. Int J Gynaecol Obstet 2021; 156:42-47. [PMID: 33626180 DOI: 10.1002/ijgo.13659] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/09/2020] [Revised: 02/15/2021] [Accepted: 02/22/2021] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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OBJECTIVE To determine the incidence of postpartum urinary retention (PUR) after vaginal delivery and associated risk factors. METHODS A total of 250 women were recruited following vaginal delivery at the UCH, Ibadan. Sociodemographic and obstetrical data were collected using a pro forma. Transabdominal ultrasound scan of the urinary bladder was performed 6 hours after delivery to estimate the post-void residual bladder volume (PVRBV) of participants. PVRBV was compared with obstetrical characteristics and labor events. Data collected were analyzed using SPSS 17.0. The level of statistical significance was set at P value less than 0.05. RESULTS The incidence of PUR was 17.6%. Women with PUR, had longer duration of first stage (591 versus 501 minutes; P = 0.001), and second stage (50 versus 32 minute; P < 0.001) of labor compared with those without PUR. There was evidence that augmentation of labor (P < 0.01), catheterization during labor (P < 0.01), perineal injury (P < 0.01), and episiotomy (P < 0.01) were associated with developing PUR. Also, women with PUR were more likely to experience storage and obstructive urinary symptoms than those without PUR. Resolution of PUR occurred within 24 hours. CONCLUSION This study showed that postpartum urinary retention is relatively common following vaginal delivery. Awareness of risk factors will increase index of suspicion especially in women with storage and obstructive symptoms.
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- Olatunji Okikiola Lawal
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine/University College Hospital Ibadan, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine/University College Hospital Ibadan, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria
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- Department of Radiology, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine/ University College Hospital Ibadan, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Clinical Sciences, College of Medicine/University College Hospital Ibadan, University of Ibadan, Ibadan, Oyo, Nigeria
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Roh H, Kang J, Hwang SY, Koh SB, Kim JH. Regional Cerebral Cortical Atrophy is Related to Urinary Tract Symptoms in Parkinson's Disease. J Neuroimaging 2021; 31:363-371. [PMID: 33534966 DOI: 10.1111/jon.12829] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/10/2020] [Revised: 11/26/2020] [Accepted: 12/17/2020] [Indexed: 10/22/2022] Open
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BACKGROUND AND PURPOSE Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are the most common nonmotor symptoms usually occurring mid-stage of Parkinson's disease (PD); however, its underlying mechanisms are unknown. We aimed to assess whether corticometry or volumetry can identify a pattern of cerebral cortical changes in PD patients with LUTS. METHODS We recruited 85 idiopathic PD patients and performed corticometry and volumetry on various cortical regions using each patient's magnetic resonance imaging. To identify a correlation between the cortical thickness/volume and nonmotor symptoms scale domain 7 scores, which represent the severity of LUTS, we performed general linear model and region of interest analyses. RESULTS Significant regional thinning of the left precuneus, left temporal pole, left precentral, right precuneus, and right pars opercularis was correlated with nonmotor symptoms scale domain 7 scores. We also found that cortical volumes of left precuneus and left frontal pole were inversely correlated with the severity of urinary symptoms. CONCLUSIONS This study showed that the thicknesses and volumes of several cortical regions were significantly correlated with the severity of LUTS in PD patients. The findings of regional atrophy and thinning of specific cortical regions in this study provide additional evidence that multiple cortical regions, especially the precuneus cortex, not only may be involved in urinary dysfunctions of PD patients but also may help to elucidate the exact underlying mechanisms for LUTS in PD patients.
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- Haewon Roh
- Department of Neurosurgery, Guro Hospital, Korea University Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Brain and Cognitive Engineering, Korea University, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Biostatistics, Korea University College of Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurology, Guro Hospital, Korea University Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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- Department of Neurosurgery, Guro Hospital, Korea University Medicine, Seoul, Republic of Korea
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Fuentes-Aparicio L, Balasch-Bernat M, López-Bueno L. Add-On Effect of Postural Instructions to Abdominopelvic Exercise on Urinary Symptoms and Quality of Life in Climacteric Women with Stress Urinary Incontinence. A Pilot Randomized Controlled Trial. Int J Environ Res Public Health 2021; 18:928. [PMID: 33494479 PMCID: PMC7908128 DOI: 10.3390/ijerph18030928] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/06/2020] [Revised: 01/16/2021] [Accepted: 01/18/2021] [Indexed: 11/24/2022]
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The aim of this study was to investigate the add-on effect of postural instructions to an abdominopelvic exercise program on incontinence urinary symptoms (UI symptoms) and quality of life (QoL) in climacteric women with stress urinary incontinence (SUI). A randomized controlled trial was performed with a total of 40 climacteric women with SUI aged between 46 and 75 years old. Participants were randomly assigned to two groups: a group performing an abdominopelvic exercise program (AEP) (n = 20) and a group performing abdominopelvic exercise with the addition of postural instructions (AEPPI) (n = 20). Primary outcome measures were UI symptoms, UI impact and QoL related to UI (UI-QoL), measured by 48 h Pad Test and International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire Short Form (ICIQ-UI-SF), which were assessed at baseline, post-intervention and 3 months follow-up. Secondary outcome was patient's satisfaction measured by the 100-point Visual Analogic Scale (VAS) only after the intervention. Between-groups differences were observed in terms of UI-QoL immediately after intervention. Within-groups differences were observed between baseline to 3 months follow-up and between post-intervention to 3 months follow-up in AEPPI group (p < 0.05) for UI-QoL and UI impact. UI symptoms were improved in both groups between baseline to 3-months follow-up (p < 0.05). Patient's satisfaction was higher in the AEPPI group (p < 0.05). The addition of postural instructions to an abdominopelvic exercise program improves UI impact to QoL and patients' satisfaction in women with SUI.
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- Laura Fuentes-Aparicio
- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Valencia, Gascó Oliag, 5, 46010 Valencia, Spain; (L.F.-A.); (L.L.-B.)
- Physiotherapy in Motion, Multi Speciality Research Group (PTinMOTION), Department of Physiotherapy, University of Valencia, Gascó Oliag, 5, 46010 Valencia, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Valencia, Gascó Oliag, 5, 46010 Valencia, Spain; (L.F.-A.); (L.L.-B.)
- Physiotherapy in Motion, Multi Speciality Research Group (PTinMOTION), Department of Physiotherapy, University of Valencia, Gascó Oliag, 5, 46010 Valencia, Spain
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- Department of Physiotherapy, University of Valencia, Gascó Oliag, 5, 46010 Valencia, Spain; (L.F.-A.); (L.L.-B.)
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Ruffolo AF, Casiraghi A, Marotta E, Degliuomini R, Parma M, Athanasiou S, Benini V, Candiani M, Salvatore S. Does the Time of Onset of Urinary Symptoms Affect Microablative Fractional CO 2 Laser Efficacy in Postmenopausal Women? Lasers Surg Med 2021; 53:953-959. [PMID: 33476052 DOI: 10.1002/lsm.23378] [Citation(s) in RCA: 4] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/08/2020] [Revised: 12/28/2020] [Accepted: 12/31/2020] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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BACKGROUND AND OBJECTIVE To evaluate the safety and efficacy of transvaginal fractional microablative CO2 laser therapy (MLT) on urinary symptoms in postmenopausal women with genitourinary syndrome of menopause (GSM) in relation to the timing of their onset; if prior to or after menopause. Secondary, the efficacy of MLT on vulvovaginal atrophy (VVA)-related symptoms. STUDY DESIGN/MATERIALS AND METHODS This is a retrospective analysis of prospectively collected data. Postmenopausal women affected by at least one urinary symptom (urinary frequency, urgency incontinence, stress urinary incontinence) and VVA symptom each (dryness, dyspareunia, itching, burning) were enrolled. Our population was divided into two groups in relation to the onset of urinary symptoms, prior to or after menopause. Women were treated with three CO2 MLT laser sessions, administered at a 4-week interval. For urinary symptoms evaluation, we used the following disease-specific questionnaires previously validated in Italy: the Urogenital Distress Inventory score (UDI-6) and the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Short Form (ICIQ-SF). For each single VVA symptom, we assessed patient's severity perception with a 10-point visual analog scale. Time points of the study were at entry (T0) and at 16 weeks since the first treatment (T1). Collected data were analyzed with the Pearson χ 2 test for categorical variables and the Wilcoxon rank-sum test (for non-normally distributed data), and statistical significance was defined with a P-value <0.05. RESULTS Sixty-one women were enrolled in this study. Overall, at T1 MLT brought to a significant improvement in urinary symptoms (P < 0.05) in women with urinary symptoms started after the menopause (Group B), contrary to the ones with urinary symptoms started before the menopause (Group A). Specifically, urinary frequency significantly improved only in Group B (P < 0.05), while urgency incontinence, significantly reduced in both groups (P < 0.05). Stress urinary incontinence did not significantly improve in both groups (P > 0.05). Secondary, all VVA symptoms showed a statistically significant improvement (P < 0.05) at 16 weeks from baseline; no differences were registered between groups. No adverse events were recorded. CONCLUSION This study confirms the safety and efficacy of CO2 MLT for GSM symptoms. When urinary symptoms are considered, it seems that MLT might have a higher efficacy when symptoms started after menopause, in particular when they are part of the OAB syndrome. Lasers Surg. Med. © 2021 Wiley Periodicals LLC.
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- Alessandro F Ruffolo
- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, 20132, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, 20132, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, 20132, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, 20132, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, 20132, Italy
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- First Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, National and Kapodistrian University of Athens, Athens, 20132, Greece
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, 20132, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, 20132, Italy
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- Obstetrics and Gynecology Unit, IRCCS San Raffaele Scientific Institute, Vita-Salute San Raffaele University, Milan, 20132, Italy
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Gómez-López A, Sánchez-Sánchez A, Natera-Villalba E, Ros-Castelló V, Beltrán-Corbellini Á, Fanjul-Arbós S, Pareés Moreno I, López-Sendon Moreno JL, Martínez Castrillo JC, Alonso-Canovas A. SURINPARK: Safinamide for Urinary Symptoms in Parkinson's Disease. Brain Sci 2021; 11:brainsci11010057. [PMID: 33418858 PMCID: PMC7825064 DOI: 10.3390/brainsci11010057] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2020] [Revised: 12/22/2020] [Accepted: 01/04/2021] [Indexed: 01/17/2023] Open
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Background: Urinary symptoms are common, disabling and generally unresponsive to treatment in Parkinson´s disease (PD). Safinamide is approved as an add-on therapy to levodopa to improve fluctuations. Methods: Retrospective analysis of electronic records of nondemented PD patients seen consecutively in a Movement Disorders Unit (November 2018–February 2019). All were assessed with Scale for Outcomes in Parkinson’s disease for Autonomic Symptoms-Urinary subscale (SCOPA-AUT-U) by the attending neurologist, and a month afterwards by an independent researcher blinded to treatment and clinical records in a routine clinical practice setting. Clinical variables were compared among patients who were prescribed safinamide (SA+) for the treatment of motor fluctuations and those with different treatment regimes (SA−). Results: From 169 patients screened initially, 54 were excluded due to severe incontinence, absence of urinary symptoms or previous safinamide treatment. Thirty-five patients were included in SA+ and 79 in SA−. Both groups were comparable in terms of clinical variables, except in basal urinary symptoms, with more severity in the SA+ group. In the follow-up assessment, total SCOPA-AUT-U, as well as urgency, incontinence, frequency and nocturia subscales improved significantly in the SA+ group, while the SA− group remained unchanged. Conclusions: Safinamide could be helpful in the improvement of urinary symptoms in PD.
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- Ana Gómez-López
- Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain; (A.S.-S.); (E.N.-V.); (V.R.-C.); (Á.B.-C.); (S.F.-A.); (I.P.M.); (J.L.L.-S.M.); (J.C.M.C.); (A.A.-C.)
- Correspondence:
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- Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain; (A.S.-S.); (E.N.-V.); (V.R.-C.); (Á.B.-C.); (S.F.-A.); (I.P.M.); (J.L.L.-S.M.); (J.C.M.C.); (A.A.-C.)
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- Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain; (A.S.-S.); (E.N.-V.); (V.R.-C.); (Á.B.-C.); (S.F.-A.); (I.P.M.); (J.L.L.-S.M.); (J.C.M.C.); (A.A.-C.)
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- Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain; (A.S.-S.); (E.N.-V.); (V.R.-C.); (Á.B.-C.); (S.F.-A.); (I.P.M.); (J.L.L.-S.M.); (J.C.M.C.); (A.A.-C.)
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- Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain; (A.S.-S.); (E.N.-V.); (V.R.-C.); (Á.B.-C.); (S.F.-A.); (I.P.M.); (J.L.L.-S.M.); (J.C.M.C.); (A.A.-C.)
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- Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain; (A.S.-S.); (E.N.-V.); (V.R.-C.); (Á.B.-C.); (S.F.-A.); (I.P.M.); (J.L.L.-S.M.); (J.C.M.C.); (A.A.-C.)
- Movement Disorder Unit, Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain; (A.S.-S.); (E.N.-V.); (V.R.-C.); (Á.B.-C.); (S.F.-A.); (I.P.M.); (J.L.L.-S.M.); (J.C.M.C.); (A.A.-C.)
- Movement Disorder Unit, Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain; (A.S.-S.); (E.N.-V.); (V.R.-C.); (Á.B.-C.); (S.F.-A.); (I.P.M.); (J.L.L.-S.M.); (J.C.M.C.); (A.A.-C.)
- Movement Disorder Unit, Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain; (A.S.-S.); (E.N.-V.); (V.R.-C.); (Á.B.-C.); (S.F.-A.); (I.P.M.); (J.L.L.-S.M.); (J.C.M.C.); (A.A.-C.)
- Movement Disorder Unit, Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain
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- Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain; (A.S.-S.); (E.N.-V.); (V.R.-C.); (Á.B.-C.); (S.F.-A.); (I.P.M.); (J.L.L.-S.M.); (J.C.M.C.); (A.A.-C.)
- Movement Disorder Unit, Neurology Department, Hospital Universitario Ramon y Cajal, 28034 Madrid, Spain
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Retroperitoneal sarcoma is relatively uncommon, constituting only 10-15 percent of all soft tissue sarcomas. The most common histologic types of RPS are liposarcoma and leiomyosarcoma. Retroperitoneal sarcoma is classified based on the amount of lipid inside the cells, the mucoid lipid and the degree of cell differentiation. It is classified into the well-differentiated, myxoid, round cell, pleomorphic and dedifferentiated types and the commonest is the pleomorphic type. Dedifferentiated liposarcomas are defined by the presence of sharply demarcated regions of non-lipogenic sarcomatous tissue within a well-differentiated tumor. This type has a vague prognosis compared to other types of sarcoma and making the histological diagnosis can be difficult. Dedifferentiated liposarcoma commonly develops in the retroperitoneum, limbs, testis, and spermatic cord. Retro peritoneal sarcoma typically produces few symptoms until they are large enough to compress or invade surrounding structures. Most tumors are already large and locally advanced at the time they are first detected. Here, we reported a case that came to medical attention as an incidentally discovered large abdominal mass in an asymptomatic or minimally symptomatic, later the mass was successfully removed and free from symptoms.
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- Department of Geriatric Medicine, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Geriatric Medicine, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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- Department of Geriatric Medicine, Hamad Medical Corporation, Doha, Qatar
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Pais R, Lee P, Cross S, Gebski V, Aggarwal R. Bladder Care in Palliative Care Inpatients: A Prospective Dual Site Cohort Study. Palliat Med Rep 2020; 1:251-258. [PMID: 34223485 PMCID: PMC8241358 DOI: 10.1089/pmr.2020.0060] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 10/08/2020] [Indexed: 11/24/2022] Open
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Background: Urinary catheterization is often undertaken to relieve distressing bladder symptoms in palliative care. Objective: The primary aim of this study was to determine the incidence of, and clinical indications that predispose patients admitted to palliative care units to, urinary catheterization. The secondary aims were to determine causal factors, including the type of malignancy, antecedent medications, and duration of admission in these patients. Methods: This was a prospective observational dual site cohort study in palliative care inpatients. Univariate categorical chi-square analysis was performed to compare patients with and without urinary catheterization, and to identify risk factors associated with urinary catheter use. Results: The incidence of catheterization in this cohort was 41% (43/104) and urinary retention (63%) was the most common cause. Agitation (47%) and urinary incontinence (70%) were common symptoms in those catheterized. Medications that were significantly associated with the need for urinary catheterization were benzodiazepines (p < 0.01) and antipsychotics (p = 0.01). All measures that define poor functional status were found to be significant (p < 0.01). Patients with prolonged hospitalization of greater than three weeks were catheterized more frequently (p = 0.017). The majority of patients catheterized (79%) were admitted for terminal care. Conclusions: The high incidence of urinary catheterization highlights the need for good bladder care for all patients in the palliative care setting. Patients with risk factors include the use of antipsychotics and benzodiazepines, declining functional status and prolonged hospital admission are more likely to be catheterized.
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- Riona Pais
- Department of Palliative Medicine, Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.,Department of Supportive and Palliative Medicine, Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Supportive and Palliative Medicine, Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Radiation Oncology, Crown Princess Mary Cancer Centre, Westmead Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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- Department of Palliative Medicine, Bankstown Hospital, Sydney, New South Wales, Australia
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Al Dandan HB, Galvin R, Robinson K, McClurg D, Coote S. Transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation for the treatment of bladder storage symptoms in people with multiple sclerosis: Protocol of a single-arm feasibility study. HRB Open Res 2020; 3:66. [PMID: 33117961 PMCID: PMC7578569 DOI: 10.12688/hrbopenres.13107.1] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Accepted: 09/03/2020] [Indexed: 11/20/2022] Open
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Background: Neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) is common among people with multiple sclerosis (MS) with a pooled prevalence of 68.41% using self-report measures and 63.95% using urodynamic studies. Transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (TTNS) is a non-invasive option to manage bladder storage symptoms; however, the potential efficacy of TTNS among people with MS is based on a small number of studies with the absence of high-quality evidence relating to efficacy, and lack of clarity of the optimal electrical stimulation parameters and frequency, duration and number of treatment sessions. This study aims to assess whether TTNS is feasible and acceptable as a treatment for bladder storage symptoms in people with MS. Methods: We will use a single-arm experimental study to explore the feasibility and acceptability of TTNS in the treatment of bladder storage symptoms in MS. The CONSORT extension for pilot and feasibility studies will be followed to standardise the conduct and reporting of the study. The recruitment plan is twofold: 1) Open recruitment for people with MS through MS Ireland's communication channels; 2) recruitment from a convenience sample of people with MS who have previously participated in a qualitative interview study of urinary symptoms. We will assess recruitment/retention rates, the urinary symptoms changes and the effect on quality of life pre and post intervention using ICIQ-OAB, 3-day bladder diary, King's Health Questionnaire and collect self-reported data on adherence and adverse events. Acceptability of using TTNS will be evaluated at the end of intervention. This study has been reviewed and approved by the Education and Health Science's Faculty Research Ethics Committee, University of Limerick [2020_06_07_EHS]. Conclusion: It is anticipated that assessing the feasibility and acceptability of TTNS for storage bladder symptoms in MS will inform the development of a definitive randomised trial. Trial registration: ClinicalTrials.gov NCT04528784 27/08/2020.
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- Hawra B. Al Dandan
- School of Allied Health, Faculty of Education and Health Sciences, Clinical therapies, University of Limerick, Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
- College of Applied Medical Sciences, Physiotherapy, Imam Abdulrahman Bin Faisal University, Dammam, Saudi Arabia
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- School of Allied Health, Faculty of Education and Health Sciences, Clinical therapies, University of Limerick, Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
- Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
- Aging Research Centre, University of Limerick, Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
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- School of Allied Health, Faculty of Education and Health Sciences, Clinical therapies, University of Limerick, Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
- Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
- Aging Research Centre, University of Limerick, Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
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- Nursing, Midwifery and Allied Health Professions Research Unit, Glasgow Caledonian University, Glasgow, UK
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- School of Allied Health, Faculty of Education and Health Sciences, Clinical therapies, University of Limerick, Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
- Health Research Institute, University of Limerick, Limerick, County Limerick, Ireland
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Gupta A, Sivaram A, Krishnan R, Khanna M. Urinary Symptoms and Bladder Dysfunction in Patients with Neuromyelitis Optica Spectrum Disorders: Evaluation with Urodynamics and Management. J Neurosci Rural Pract 2020; 11:245-249. [PMID: 32367978 PMCID: PMC7195965 DOI: 10.1055/s-0040-1701557] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/31/2022] Open
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Objective
To assess lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTSs) in patients with neuromyelitis optica spectrum disorders (NMOSDs) and bladder dysfunction through urodynamics (filling and voiding phase of cystometrography) and management based on findings.
Patients and Methods
The study included 42 (34 females) patients admitted to the rehabilitation department. Neurologic evaluation was performed and severity of myelitis was assessed using the American Spinal Injury Association Impairment Scale. All patients underwent urodynamics, and management was based on the findings.
Results
Mean age was 34.5 years (range: 11–64 years; standard deviation: 13.1). Twenty-three (54.8%) patients had a first episode of myelitis, whereas 19 patients had relapses (number of episodes varying from 2 to 7). Eleven (26%) patients had increased frequency, 16 (37%) had urgency, 12 (28%) had urge incontinence, 8 (18.6%) had stress incontinence, 22 (52.4%) had nocturia, 31 (72%) had retention of urine, 22 (52.4%) had incomplete evacuation, and 14 (33.3%) patients had mixed urinary complaints. The common urodynamic findings were neurogenic detrusor overactivity (NDO) with detrusor-sphincter dyssynergia (DSD) in 14 (33.3%) patients, NDO without DSD in 8 (19%), and acontractile detrusor in 20 (47.6%). Pharmacotherapy was advised to 22 (52.4%) patients, whereas clean intermittent catheterization (CIC)/self-catheterization was advised to 39 (92.9%) patients.
Conclusions
Urinary retention was observed to be the most common urinary complaint in patients with NMOSD followed by NDO with or without sphincter dyssynergia. Urodynamics should be performed in all patients with LUTSs for best management. CIC remains the gold standard for the management of neurogenic bladder dysfunction.
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- Anupam Gupta
- Department of Neurological Rehabilitation, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Neurological Rehabilitation, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Neurological Rehabilitation, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Neurological Rehabilitation, National Institute of Mental Health and Neurosciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Azadvari M, Naser Moghadasi A, Azimi AR, Sharifiaghdas F, Emami Razavi SZ, Eskandarieh S, Hosseini M, Rahimi-Dehgolan S, Sahraian MA. Persian Adaptation of Actionable Bladder Symptom Screening Tool Among Patients with Multiple Sclerosis. J Multidiscip Healthc 2020; 13:79-83. [PMID: 32021237 PMCID: PMC6974412 DOI: 10.2147/jmdh.s236275] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 10/27/2019] [Accepted: 12/30/2019] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Purpose Multiple sclerosis (MS) is the most neurologic disease among individuals of 20–45 years. About 75% of MS patients report bladder problems that have a moderate-high impact on their life. The present study aimed to translate and determine the validity and reliability of the Persian version of ABSST questionnaire. Methods The standard validation process for preparing the Persian version of ABSST was performed by means of an expert committee. After a pilot study and confirming the harmonized translated form, we tested the final version of questionnaire on 40 patients with a definite diagnosis of MS symptoms, once at the baseline and another after two weeks in order to prevent recall-induced agreement. Test-retest reliability was calculated as Spearman's correlation coefficient. Also, content validity indices (CVIs), as well as internal consistency were analyzed in STATA. Results Forty participants with a mean age of 38.8 years were included in this study. Only 20% of them were male. The Persian version achieved a good internal consistency with a Cronbach-α value of 0.91, relatively similar to the original version. The coefficients for measuring the correlation between each item score with the total score of our questionnaire were between 0.58–0.89. This value confirmed an appropriate validity for the Persian version of ABSST. Regarding test-retest reliability assessment, total Spearman`s coefficient was 0.85; with 0.84 for the severity of symptoms and 0.87 for the impact of urologic disorders on patients` social life. Conclusion The current findings proved that this accurate questionnaire could be used to investigate urinary symptoms among Persian-speaking MS patients.
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- Mohaddeseh Azadvari
- Multiple Sclerosis Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, I. R. of Iran
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- Multiple Sclerosis Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, I. R. of Iran
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- Multiple Sclerosis Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, I. R. of Iran
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- Urology Department, Shahid Labbafinejad Hospital, Urology Nephrology Research Center (UNRC), Shahid Beheshti University of Medical Science(SBMU), Tehran, I. R. of Iran
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- Multiple Sclerosis Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, I. R. of Iran
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- Multiple Sclerosis Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, I. R. of Iran
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- Multiple Sclerosis Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, I. R. of Iran
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- Multiple Sclerosis Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, I. R. of Iran
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- Multiple Sclerosis Research Center, Neuroscience Institute, Tehran University of Medical Sciences, Tehran, I. R. of Iran
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Vogt B. Challenges To Attenuate Ureteric Stent-Related Symptoms: Reflections On The Need To Fashion A New Dynamic Stent Design Consequent Upon A Case Report. Res Rep Urol 2019; 11:277-281. [PMID: 31696096 PMCID: PMC6815756 DOI: 10.2147/rru.s224068] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/22/2019] [Accepted: 10/02/2019] [Indexed: 11/23/2022] Open
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Double-pigtail stent has been widely used in urology for half a century now, but this device reduces the patient’s quality of life. Moreover, indwelling stent-related symptoms induce additional suffering to the pre-existing bladder disease. Novel concepts to prevent stent-related symptoms are greatly required. It has been suggested that changes in the size, form and stent positioning could ease discomfort. By decreasing the amount of material within the bladder, it should be possible to attenuate the stent-related symptoms. A customized stent has been developed to alleviate bladder symptoms. The major characteristic of this stent was in the replacement of the bladder part of the double-pigtail stent by a nonrefluxing silicone end-piece. Three months after stenting, the patient complained of sudden discomfort in the bladder area. On the X-ray, the end-pieces of the customized stents seemed to have slipped in the bladder. The customized stents were replaced by new ones after truncating and adjusting their lengths to the exact ureteric length and stent-related symptoms were then improved again. In the field of stent-related symptoms, stent mobility needs more attention than its intravesical position. The case hereby reported illustrates the variations of the symptoms which seem related to the stent mobility, the necessary shaping of the stent and, the possible research avenues for an innovative dynamic ureteric stent.
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- Benoît Vogt
- Department of Urology, Polyclinique de Blois, La Chaussée Saint-Victor 41260, France
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Human schistosomiasis or bilharzia is a parasitic disease that highly impacts a country’s health and economic systems specifically when it affects individuals residing in underdeveloped countries. Daughter eggs produced by colonized Schistosoma can lead to multisystem immune-mediated response, one of them is an intravesicular granulomatous reaction leading to intramural lesions. Such outcome is directly related to the incubation of adult worms within the perivesical urogenital venous plexus. We hereby report an incidental discovery of calcified bladder wall lesions in a female patient residing in the United States for the last 27 years who presented with lower urinary tract symptoms. Despite a negative past medical history of schistosomiasis, intraoperative biopsies confirmed the presence of a calcified Schistosoma haematobium ova. Following that, a brief literature review of the pathogenesis and urogenital manifestations of Schistosoma is highlighted.
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- Jad A Degheili
- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, LBN
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, LBN
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, LBN
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, LBN
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, American University of Beirut Medical Center, Beirut, LBN
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Gupta A, Rashmi Krishnan UK, Nageshkumar S, Pal PK, Khanna M, Taly AB. Urinary Symptoms in Patients with Parkinson's Disease and Progressive Supranuclear Palsy: Urodynamic Findings and Management of Bladder Dysfunction. Ann Indian Acad Neurol 2019; 22:432-436. [PMID: 31736564 PMCID: PMC6839292 DOI: 10.4103/aian.aian_6_18] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/05/2018] [Revised: 04/18/2018] [Accepted: 04/24/2018] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Objective: The objective of this study is to observe urinary symptoms in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD) and progressive supranuclear palsy (PSP) and advice bladder dysfunction management based on urodynamic study (UDS) findings. Patients and Methods: Twenty-two patients (12 males) with PD and PSP (15 and 7, respectively) with urinary symptoms were included in this study. All patients except one were on levodopa and carbidopa medication. UDS was performed, and bladder management determined. Results: Mean age was 60.4 years (range 41–73 years, standard deviation [SD] 8.4). Mean illness duration was 31.9 months (range 9–146 months, SD 31.0) and mean duration of urinary symptoms was 14.8 months (range 1–61 months, SD 15.8). Eighteen patients reported nocturia and 16 patients had urgency with or without urge incontinence. Three patients had retention and straining to void and 3 had mixed urinary complaints. Twelve out of 22 patients had absence of voluntary anal contraction on per-rectal examination. UDS was suggestive of 12 patients with neurogenic detrusor overactivity with or without sphincter dyssynergy. Six patients had normal detrusor pressure, and four patients were found to have contractile detrusor. Ten patients had significant postvoid residual. Bladder management included pharmacotherapy, supportive, and behavioral management as appropriate. Conclusions: Patients with PD/PSP are known to develop urinary symptoms during illness. Clinical complaints and UDS findings do not necessarily match. UDS is required to manage urinary symptoms. Most of the patients respond to oral antimuscarinic medications along with behavioral and supportive therapy.
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- Anupam Gupta
- Department of Neurological Rehabilitation, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Neurological Rehabilitation, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Hosmat Hospital, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Neurology, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Neurological Rehabilitation, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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- Department of Neurology, National Institute of Mental Health and Neuro Sciences, Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
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Latabi A, Lakmichi MA, Dahami Z, Moudouni MS, Sarf I. Giant abdomino scrotal hydrocele: a case report with literature review. Pan Afr Med J 2019; 31:213. [PMID: 31447972 PMCID: PMC6691311 DOI: 10.11604/pamj.2018.31.213.14470] [Citation(s) in RCA: 3] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/25/2017] [Accepted: 03/24/2018] [Indexed: 12/05/2022] Open
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Abdomino scrotal hydrocele (ASH) is a condition in which the hydrocele sac is extended beyond the scrotum to the abdomen via the inguinal canal. The treatment is ordinarily surgical. Different approaches have been described like paramedian laparotomy, an inguinal or inguino scrotal approach. We report a case of giant unilateral hydrocele in an 18 year old male, occupying a large part of the abdomen with urinary symptoms. Ultrasonography and CT showed typical cystic mass in hourglass shape that we have approached surgically by scrotal incision and we removed all the cyst. Pathological examination found a hydrocele with no signs of malignancy. Urinary symptoms disappeared postoperatively. This is a rare entity that evolves often painless and little reported in the literature. The etiology and pathogenesis of this disease is discussed.
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- University Hospital of Marrakesh, Marrakesh, Morocco
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Ansari SH, Mahdy AE. Are video-urodynamics superior to traditional urodynamic studies in changing treatment decision with urinary symptoms? Arab J Urol 2019; 17:160-165. [PMID: 31285929 PMCID: PMC6600058 DOI: 10.1080/2090598x.2019.1590518] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/21/2018] [Accepted: 12/23/2018] [Indexed: 11/02/2022] Open
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Objective: To investigate the utility of video-urodynamic studies (VUDS) in patients with various urinary conditions and to evaluate if the addition of fluoroscopic imaging changes the treatment plans one would pursue if urodynamic studies (UDS) alone were performed as VUDS increases cost, radiation exposure, and patient discomfort. Patients and Methods: A retrospective chart review was conducted on all women who underwent VUDS from 2013 to 2015 at one institution. We hypothesised that the addition of the fluoroscopic images would not change the treatment plan. The protocol was conducted in two parts: (i) analysis of the patients' demographics, history, presentation, and VUDS results; then (ii) comparison of the documented VUDS diagnosis and plan with the theoretical diagnosis and plan of UDS alone. Results: Charts from 156 women were analysed. Fluoroscopic findings impacted the treatment plan in 60 patients. In 38 patients, fluoroscopic findings changed or added to the diagnosis. Vesico-ureteric reflux (VUR) was detected in 16 patients, nine were incidental findings (P < 0.001) in which there were no UDS findings of urinary retention (P = 0.01) or poor compliance (P = 0.02). Fluoroscopic findings of VUR significantly changed diagnosis (P < 0.001), but did not significantly change the treatment plan (P = 0.09). Conclusion: We conclude that fluoroscopic findings from VUDS do not add to or change the treatment plan. If there is a clinical concern for VUR, UDS with renal imaging would be able to detect findings or potential damage to the upper urinary tract without needing VUDS. Abbreviations: DESD: detrusor-external sphincter dyssynergia; LUT: lower urinary tract; POP: pelvic organ prolapse; PVR: post-void residual urine volume; SUFU: society of urodynamics, female pelvic medicine and urogenital reconstruction; (V)UDS: (video-) urodynamic study; UI: urinary incontinence.
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- Sana H Ansari
- The Christ Hospital, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Cincinnati, OH, USA
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- Department of Surgery, Division of Urology, University of Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, OH, USA
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Low LK, Williams BR, Camenga DR, Hebert-Beirne J, Brady SS, Newman DK, James AS, Hardacker CT, Nodora J, Linke SE, Burgio KL. Prevention of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms Research Consortium Focus Group Study of Habits, Attitudes, Realities, and Experiences of Bladder Health. J Adv Nurs 2019; 75:10.1111/jan.14148. [PMID: 31287183 PMCID: PMC8088730 DOI: 10.1111/jan.14148] [Citation(s) in RCA: 10] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/23/2019] [Accepted: 06/25/2019] [Indexed: 01/01/2023]
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AIM The study purpose is to explore adolescent and adult women's experiences, perceptions, beliefs, knowledge and behaviors related to bladder health across the life course using a socioecological perspective. Lower urinary tract symptoms affect between 20-40% of young adult to middle-aged women, with symptoms increasing in incidence and severity with aging. There is limited evidence to address bladder health promotion and prevention of dysfunction. This first study of the Prevention of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms (PLUS) Research Consortium is designed to address gaps in existing qualitative research in this area. DESIGN This focus group study will be implemented across seven geographically diverse United States research centers using a semi-structured focus group guide informed by a conceptual framework based on the socioecological model. METHODS The study was approved in July 2017. A total of 44 focus groups composed of 6-8 participants representing six different age categories (ranging from 11 to over 65 years) will be completed. We aim to recruit participants with diverse demographic and personal characteristics including race, ethnicity, education, socioeconomic status, urban/rural residence, physical/health conditions and urinary symptom experience. Up to 10 of these focus groups will be conducted in Spanish. Focus group transcripts will undergo content analysis and data interpretation to identify and classify themes and articulate emerging themes. DISCUSSION This foundational qualitative study seeks to develop an evidence base to inform future research on bladder health promotion in adolescent and adult women. IMPACT This study has the potential to provide new insights and understanding into adolescent and adult women's lived experience of bladder health, the experience of lower urinary symptoms and knowledge and beliefs across the life course. This article is protected by copyright. All rights reserved.
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- Lisa Kane Low
- Women's Studies and Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of Michigan
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics and Palliative Care, University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB)
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- Department of Emergency Medicine, Section of Research, Yale School of Medicine
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- Community Health Sciences, School of Public Health, University of Illinois at Chicago
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- Division of Epidemiology & Community Health, University of Minnesota School of Public Health
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- Department of Surgery, Perelman School of Medicine, University of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia, PA
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- Division of Public Health Sciences, Department of Surgery, Washington University School of Medicine, Saint Louis, MO
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- Department of Family Medicine and Public Health, UC San Diego Moores Cancer Center
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- Department of Family Medicine & Public Health, UC San Diego
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- Department of Medicine, Division of Gerontology, Geriatrics and Palliative Care, University of Alabama at Birmingham (UAB) and Birmingham/Atlanta Geriatric Research, Education and Clinical Center, Department of Veterans Affairs, Birmingham, Alabama
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Yamamoto T, Uchiyama T, Asahina M, Yamanaka Y, Hirano S, Higuchi Y, Kuwabara S. Urinary symptoms are correlated with quality of life after deep brain stimulation in Parkinson's disease. Brain Behav 2018; 8:e01164. [PMID: 30451394 PMCID: PMC6305927 DOI: 10.1002/brb3.1164] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 07/30/2018] [Revised: 10/12/2018] [Accepted: 10/21/2018] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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AIMS Deep brain stimulation (DBS) is known to dramatically improve motor complications in patients with Parkinson's disease (PD), but its effect on urinary symptoms and health-related quality of life (HRQOL) remains unknown. We aimed to examine the relationship between urinary symptoms and HRQOL in patients with PD who underwent DBS. METHODS The International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) and overactive bladder symptom score (OABSS) were determined to evaluate urinary symptoms in patients with PD who underwent DBS. Postoperative evaluations were performed at 3 months, 1 year, and 3 years postoperatively. We also performed a urodynamic study (UDS) in 13 patients with PD preoperatively and postoperatively. A follow-up UDS was performed 2.0 ± 0.5 years postoperatively. RESULTS The preoperative urinary symptoms questionnaire was completed by 28 patients, of whom 14 completed the postoperative urinary symptoms questionnaire after 3 months, 18 after 1 year, and 10 after 3 years. The mean OABSS and IPSS did not change significantly at any follow-up periods postoperatively. When assessing the relationship between urinary symptoms and HRQOL and motor functions, the OABSS and IPSS showed significant positive correlations with HRQOL at 3 months postoperatively. The OABSS and IPSS showed significant positive correlations with activities of daily living (ADL) during the off-phase at 3 years postoperatively. All urodynamic parameters remained unchanged postoperatively. CONCLUSIONS Deep brain stimulation did not significantly affect urinary dysfunctions in patients with PD. Urinary symptoms might partially contribute to HRQOL at 3 months postoperatively and ADL during the off-phase at 3 years postoperatively.
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- Tatsuya Yamamoto
- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Chiba, Japan.,Department of Neurology, International University of Health and Welfare, Ichikawa, Japan
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- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Neurological Surgery, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Chiba, Japan
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- Department of Neurology, Graduate School of Medicine, Chiba University, Chiba, Japan
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Shindal A. AB006. The urinary microbiome in health and disease. Transl Androl Urol 2018; 7:AB006-AB006. [DOI: 10.21037/tau.2018.ab006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and chronic prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome (CP/CPPS) are common problems in men of all ages. The human microbiome is the totality of microbes, their genetic contents, and their interactions within an ecosystem or body habitat. Recent studies using culture-independent approaches have provided evidence for a unique human urinary tract microbiome. Common constituent organisms of the purported urinary microbiota include Lactobacillus, Streptococcus, Corynebacterium, Gardnerella, and numerous other common bacterial species. Certain characteristic patterns have been noted in the putative urinary microbiota of patients with urologic disease, including but not limited to benign prostate hyperplasia (BPH), LUTS, and CP/CPPS. Whether a causal relationship exists between the microbiome and urologic disease remains to be elucidated. However, studies have linked alterations in the urinary microbiome to urge incontinence, neurogenic bladder, sexually transmitted infections, urological cancers, and certain painful bladder syndromes such as interstitial cystitis and CPPS. The gut microbiome may also play an important role in urinary symptoms, either indirectly by mediating host pathways or perhaps directly by altering the phylogenetic makeup of the urinary microbiome. The mechanisms of microbiome influence on LUTS is unclear but purported mechanisms include intracellular bacterial colonization of the urothelium, modulation of host inflammatory responses (e.g., prostaglandin E2 and cyclo-oxygenase expression), and epigenetic influences (e.g., methylation of specific genes in urothelial cells). Patients with neurogenic bladder dysfunction and urge urinary incontinence are more likely to host potentially pathogenic bacteria (e.g., Klebsiella, E. Coli, Bacteroides, Gardnerella, and Enterococcus) and less likely to have Lactobacillus and Corynebacterium species as constituents of their microbiome. Variations in microbiota have also been linked to differences in outcomes from pharmacotherapy (e.g., women with urge incontinence and less microbial diversity are more likely to respond to therapy with anticholinergics). Bladder sensation at urodynamics and incontinence are positively associated with presence of low level bacteriuria in women. Several small studies have investigated the urinary microbiome as a mediator of LUTS. Women with acutely worsened symptoms from pelvic pain are more likely to have yeast species identified in mid-stream urine. Men with chronic pelvic pain are more likely to harbor Burkholderia Cenocepacia in their initial voided urine although no differences were noted in mid-stream nor post-prostate massage urine. There tends be marked heterogeneity of the microbiome within groups, although this heterogeneity appears even more pronounced in patients with pelvic pain syndromes. Genes relevant to sporulation and chemotaxis are more heavily activated in pelvic pain patients whereas glycolysis, phosphotransferase, and pyruvate metabolism are less active when compared to healthy controls. Additional work will be required to carefully elucidate the presence, location, and scope of the putative urinary microbiome. Aside from taxonomic classification, assessment of functional gene assays will be essential; the presence of specific species may be less relevant than the presence of specific genes that up- or down-regulate host pathways that are germane to inflammation, nociception, infection-resistance, and other factors.
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Basbug A, Yuksel A, Ellibeş Kaya A. Early versus delayed removal of indwelling catheters in patients after elective cesarean section: a prospective randomized trial. J Matern Fetal Neonatal Med 2018; 33:68-72. [PMID: 29886771 DOI: 10.1080/14767058.2018.1487394] [Citation(s) in RCA: 6] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 10/14/2022]
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Purpose: We conducted a prospective randomized controlled trial to compare postoperative urinary catheter removal 2 versus 12 h after elective cesarean section in terms of irritative symptoms, first void time, incidence of urinary tract infection, postoperative mobilization time, and hospitalization time.Methods: A total of 134 women admitted to Duzce University Hospital for primary or recurrent elective cesarean section were randomized into two groups. A total of 62 women were enrolled in the early group, with indwelling catheter removal 2 h after cesarean section; 74 women were enrolled in the delayed group, with catheter removal 12 h after the cesarean section. The groups were prospectively compared in terms of irritative urinary symptoms, bacteriuria, hematuria, length of hospital stay, and mobilization time.Results: Urinary frequency (p = .04), microscopic hematuria incidence (p = .04), postoperative mobilization time (p = .01), and length of hospital stay (p = .009) were significantly lower in the early group than in the delayed group. There were no significant differences in terms of bacteruria, urinary retention, dysuria, and first postoperative voiding time.Conclusions: Early removal of urinary catheters after elective cesarean section is associated with reduced mobilization time and hospital stay.
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- Alper Basbug
- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Duzce University, Duzce, Turkey
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- Department of Urology, Faculty of Medicine, Duzce University, Duzce, Turkey
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- Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Faculty of Medicine, Duzce University, Duzce, Turkey
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The leiomyomas are a common gynecologic entity that may present unusual growth patterns or unusual locations. Its atypical presentations creates a diagnostic challenge. This is a case report of a parasitic leiomyoma located in the anterior abdominal wall in a 53 years old woman with pelvic compressive and urinary symptoms, with no history of any gynecological surgery. This case illustrates the diagnostic difficulties and describes the complementary images used in the preoperative evaluation.
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- María Fernanda Garrido Oyarzún
- a Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology and Reproductive Biology , Faculty of Medicine, Universidad de los Andes , Santiago , Chile
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- b Department of Pathology , Hospital Clinic , Barcelona , Spain
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- c Clinic Institute of Gynecology, Obstetrics and Neonatology , Hospital Clinic-Institut d'Investigacions Biomèdiques August Pi i Sunyer, University of Barcelona , Barcelona , Spain
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Staack A, Distelberg B, Schlaifer A, Sabaté J. Prospective study on the effects of regular and decaffeinated coffee on urinary symptoms in young and healthy volunteers. Neurourol Urodyn 2015. [PMID: 26703981 DOI: 10.1002/nau.22949.] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/05/2022]
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AIMS Coffee reduction has been a strategy to prevent urinary symptoms with conflicting evidence. We aimed to study the effects of regular and decaffeinated coffee on urinary symptoms among low and frequent coffee users, who were young and healthy. METHODS We conducted a double-blinded parallel study on subjects, who were restricted from consuming caffeinated items outside the study. After subjects completed 5 days of caffeine abstinence they consumed regular coffee (450 mg/d caffeine content) or decaffeinated coffee (12 mg/d caffeine content) for 5 days. Previous caffeine use and urinary symptoms were assessed by a diet survey, urogenital distress inventory, and interstitial cystitis problem and symptom indices (ICPI, ICSI). RESULTS Forty nine subjects completed the study. When assessing the submeasures "frequency" and "urgency" on ICPI and ICSI subjects drinking coffee reported a significant increase in urgency (P < 0.05) and frequency (P < 0.05), whereas subjects drinking decaffeinated coffee experienced no difference in those submeasures in comparison to no caffeine intake. However, previous "low coffee users" experienced the largest increase of urinary symptoms, whereas previous "frequent coffee users" showed fewer symptoms when exposed to regular coffee. CONCLUSIONS The study suggests that avoiding high-dosage coffee consumption prevents urgency and frequency, which supports recommendations to limit caffeinated beverages. The study differentiates between subjects having a history of low and frequent coffee use. Subjects, who are not used to regular coffee consumption, seem to be more vulnerable to the effects of coffee on urinary symptoms. Better understanding of the effects of coffee on urinary symptoms may improve patients counseling. Neurourol. Neurourol. Urodynam. 36:432-437, 2017. © 2015 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
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- Andrea Staack
- Department of Urology, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California
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- Department of Counseling and Family Sciences, School of Behavioral Health, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California
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- Department of Urology, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California
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- Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California
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Staack A, Distelberg B, Schlaifer A, Sabaté J. Prospective study on the effects of regular and decaffeinated coffee on urinary symptoms in young and healthy volunteers. Neurourol Urodyn 2015; 36:432-437. [PMID: 26703981 DOI: 10.1002/nau.22949] [Citation(s) in RCA: 8] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/06/2015] [Accepted: 11/30/2015] [Indexed: 11/11/2022]
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AIMS Coffee reduction has been a strategy to prevent urinary symptoms with conflicting evidence. We aimed to study the effects of regular and decaffeinated coffee on urinary symptoms among low and frequent coffee users, who were young and healthy. METHODS We conducted a double-blinded parallel study on subjects, who were restricted from consuming caffeinated items outside the study. After subjects completed 5 days of caffeine abstinence they consumed regular coffee (450 mg/d caffeine content) or decaffeinated coffee (12 mg/d caffeine content) for 5 days. Previous caffeine use and urinary symptoms were assessed by a diet survey, urogenital distress inventory, and interstitial cystitis problem and symptom indices (ICPI, ICSI). RESULTS Forty nine subjects completed the study. When assessing the submeasures "frequency" and "urgency" on ICPI and ICSI subjects drinking coffee reported a significant increase in urgency (P < 0.05) and frequency (P < 0.05), whereas subjects drinking decaffeinated coffee experienced no difference in those submeasures in comparison to no caffeine intake. However, previous "low coffee users" experienced the largest increase of urinary symptoms, whereas previous "frequent coffee users" showed fewer symptoms when exposed to regular coffee. CONCLUSIONS The study suggests that avoiding high-dosage coffee consumption prevents urgency and frequency, which supports recommendations to limit caffeinated beverages. The study differentiates between subjects having a history of low and frequent coffee use. Subjects, who are not used to regular coffee consumption, seem to be more vulnerable to the effects of coffee on urinary symptoms. Better understanding of the effects of coffee on urinary symptoms may improve patients counseling. Neurourol. Neurourol. Urodynam. 36:432-437, 2017. © 2015 Wiley Periodicals, Inc.
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- Andrea Staack
- Department of Urology, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California
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- Department of Counseling and Family Sciences, School of Behavioral Health, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California
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- Department of Urology, Loma Linda University Medical Center, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California
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- Department of Nutrition, School of Public Health, Loma Linda University, Loma Linda, California
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Sá KN, Macêdo MC, Andrade RP, Mendes SD, Martins JV, Baptista AF. Physiotherapy for human T-lymphotropic virus 1-associated myelopathy: review of the literature and future perspectives. J Multidiscip Healthc 2015; 8:117-25. [PMID: 25759588 PMCID: PMC4346360 DOI: 10.2147/jmdh.s71978] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/25/2022] Open
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Human T-lymphotropic virus 1 (HTLV-1) infection may be associated with damage to the spinal cord – HTLV-associated myelopathy/tropical spastic paraparesis – and other neurological symptoms that compromise everyday life activities. There is no cure for this disease, but recent evidence suggests that physiotherapy may help individuals with the infection, although, as far as we are aware, no systematic review has approached this topic. Therefore, the objective of this review is to address the core problems associated with HTLV-1 infection that can be detected and treated by physiotherapy, present the results of clinical trials, and discuss perspectives on the development of knowledge in this area. Major problems for individuals with HTLV-1 are pain, sensory-motor dysfunction, and urinary symptoms. All of these have high impact on quality of life, and recent clinical trials involving exercises, electrotherapeutic modalities, and massage have shown promising effects. Although not influencing the basic pathologic disturbances, a physiotherapeutic approach seems to be useful to detect specific problems related to body structures, activity, and participation related to movement in HTLV-1 infection, as well as to treat these conditions.
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- Katia N Sá
- Neuromusculoskeletal Research Group, Bahian School of Medicine and Human Health, Salvador, Brazil
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- Neuromusculoskeletal Research Group, Bahian School of Medicine and Human Health, Salvador, Brazil
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- Edgard Santos University Hospital, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador, Brazil
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- Neuromusculoskeletal Research Group, Bahian School of Medicine and Human Health, Salvador, Brazil
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- Deolindo Couto Institute of Neurology, Federal University of Rio de Janeiro, Rio de Janeiro, Brazil
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- Neuromusculoskeletal Research Group, Bahian School of Medicine and Human Health, Salvador, Brazil ; Biomorphology Department, Health Sciences Institute, Federal University of Bahia, Salvador, Brazil
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OBJECTIVE To evaluate the efficacy and safety of α-adrenergic blockers in the treatment of female lower-urinary-tract symptoms and dysfunction. DATA SOURCES Literature searches were conducted using EMBASE (1974 to January 2014), International Pharmaceutical Abstracts (1970 to January 2014), and MEDLINE (1946 to January 2014) to identify clinical trials evaluating the effects of α-adrenergic blockers in the treatment of women with lower-urinary-tract dysfunction. Bibliographies from relevant research articles were also reviewed for inclusion. STUDY SELECTION AND DATA EXTRACTION All original research articles available in the English language were identified from the data sources. Primary literature evaluating outcomes related to urinary dysfunction and associated symptoms in women were included in this review. Articles describing the use of α-adrenergic blockers in other medical conditions or in men were excluded. DATA SYNTHESIS A total of 15 clinical studies were identified and evaluated. Many studies showed an improvement in female lower-urinary-tract symptoms and dysfunction using α-adrenergic blockers. Most studies also reported adverse drug events of α-adrenergic blockers such as dizziness and hypotension. However, limitations of the studies conducted to date include small sample sizes, inconsistent study designs, and short duration of therapy. CONCLUSIONS The role of α-adrenergic blockers in the treatment of urinary dysfunction and associated symptoms in women remains unclear. The majority of evidence suggests that these agents may have a place in therapy for female lower-urinary-tract symptoms and/or bladder outlet obstruction; however, data are conflicting. Clinicians should be aware of the potential clinical benefits but also recognize the potential adverse drug effects of α-adrenergic blockers.
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Ford AP, Undem BJ. The therapeutic promise of ATP antagonism at P2X3 receptors in respiratory and urological disorders. Front Cell Neurosci 2013; 7:267. [PMID: 24391544 PMCID: PMC3867694 DOI: 10.3389/fncel.2013.00267] [Citation(s) in RCA: 56] [Impact Index Per Article: 5.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/06/2013] [Accepted: 12/03/2013] [Indexed: 01/23/2023] Open
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A sensory role for ATP was proposed long before general acceptance of its extracellular role. ATP activates and sensitizes signal transmission at multiple sites along the sensory axis, across multiple synapses. P2X and P2Y receptors mediate ATP modulation of sensory pathways and participate in dysregulation, where ATP action directly on primary afferent neurons (PANs), linking receptive field to CNS, has received much attention. Many PANs, especially C-fibers, are activated by ATP, via P2X3-containing trimers. P2X3 knock-out mice and knock-down in rats led to reduced nocifensive activity and visceral reflexes, suggesting that antagonism may offer benefit in sensory disorders. Recently, drug-like P2X3 antagonists, active in a many inflammatory and visceral pain models, have emerged. Significantly, these compounds have no overt CNS action and are inactive versus acute nociception. Selectively targeting ATP sensitization of PANs may lead to therapies that block inappropriate chronic signals at their source, decreasing drivers of peripheral and central wind-up, yet leaving defensive nociceptive and brain functions unperturbed. This article reviews this evidence, focusing on how ATP sensitization of PANs in visceral "hollow" organs primes them to chronic discomfort, irritation and pain (symptoms) as well as exacerbated autonomic reflexes (signs), and how the use of isolated organ-nerve preparations has revealed this mechanism. Urinary and airways systems share many features: dependence on continuous afferent traffic to brainstem centers to coordinate efferent autonomic outflow; loss of descending inhibitory influence in functional and sensory disorders; dependence on ATP in mediating sensory responses to diverse mechanical and chemical stimuli; a mechanistically overlapping array of existing medicines for pathological conditions. These similarities may also play out in terms of future treatment of signs and symptoms, in the potential for benefit of P2X3 antagonists.
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- Allergy and Clinical Immunology, Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine Baltimore, MD, USA
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Jackson CB, Taubenberger SP, Botelho E, Joseph J, Tennstedt SL. Complementary and alternative therapies for urinary symptoms: use in a diverse population sample qualitative study. Urol Nurs 2012; 32:149-157. [PMID: 22860393 PMCID: PMC3662538] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 06/01/2023]
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Study participants reported a range of remedies used to treat urinary symptoms, from popular products, such as saw palmetto, to less commonly known remedies, such as moabi. Participants learned about remedies through social network rather than from their primary care provider.
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Harding C, Robson W, Drinnan M, McIntosh S, Sajeel M, Giffiths C, Pickard R. The penile cuff test: A clinically useful non-invasive urodynamic investigation to diagnose men with lower urinary tract symptoms. Indian J Urol 2011; 25:116-21. [PMID: 19468441 PMCID: PMC2684319 DOI: 10.4103/0970-1591.45549] [Citation(s) in RCA: 7] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [What about the content of this article? (0)] [Affiliation(s)] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/10/2022] Open
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Objectives: To summarize the development of a novel non-invasive test to categorize voiding dysfunction in men complaining of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) - the penile cuff test. Methods: The test involves the controlled inflation of a penile cuff during micturition to interrupt voiding and hence estimate isovolumetric bladder pressure (pves.isv). The validity, reliability, and clinical usefulness of the test were determined in a number of studies in men with LUTS. Results: The penile cuff test can be successfully performed in over 90% of men with LUTS. The reading of cuff pressure at flow interruption (pcuff.int) gives a valid and reliable estimate of invasively-measured pves.isv and when combined with the reading for maximum flow rate obtained during the test (Qmax) produces an accurate categorization of bladder outlet obstruction (BOO). Use of this categorization prior to treatment allows improved prediction of outcome from prostatectomy. Conclusion: The penile cuff test fulfils the criteria as a useful clinical measurement technique applicable to the diagnosis and treatment planning of men with LUTS.
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Objective: To evaluate the accuracy and diagnostic usefulness of a disposable flowmeter consisting of a plastic funnel with a spout divided into three chambers. Materials and Methods: Men with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) voided sequentially into a standard flowmeter and the funnel device recording maximum flow rate (Qmax) and voided volume (Vvoid). The device was precalibrated such that filling of the bottom, middle and top chambers categorized maximum input flows as <10, 10-15 and > 15 ml s−1 respectively. Subjects who agreed to use the funnel device at home obtained readings of flow category and Vvoid twice daily for seven days. Results: A single office reading in 46 men using the device showed good agreement with standard measurement of Qmax for Vvoid > 150 ml (Kappa = 0.68). All 14 men whose void reached the top chamber had standard Qmax > 15 ml s−1 (PPV = 100%, NPV = 72%) whilst eight of 12 men whose void remained in the bottom chamber had standard Qmax < 10 ml s−1 (PPV = 70%, NPV = 94%). During multiple home use by 14 men the device showed moderate repeatability (Kappa = 0.58) and correctly categorized Qmax in comparison to standard measurement for 12 (87%) men. Conclusions: This study suggests that the device has sufficient accuracy and reliability for initial flow rate assessment in men with LUTS. The device can provide a single measurement or alternatively multiple home measurements to categorize men with Qmax < 15 ml s−1.
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- Department of Urology, Freeman Hospital, Newcastle upon Tyne, UK
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