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Vibegron Benefit Extends to Men on Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Meds

Overactive bladder symptoms improved after 12 weeks of treatment

Jul 10, 2024
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Beyond Kegels: Brittany Mahomes' Pelvic Floor Woes Post-Childbirth

An ob/gyn and a pelvic floor physical therapist weigh in

Mar 12, 2024
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FDA Grants De Novo Request for Neuromodulatory System for Urge Incontinence

Three-fourths of patients had 50% reduction in incontinence at 6 months, 82% at 12 months

Aug 18, 2023
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Neuromodulation of the Peroneal Nerve Safe for Overactive Bladder

Was also as effective as solifenacin in the majority of assessed efficacy endpoints

Mar 24, 2023
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Overactive Bladder Linked to Multiple Unmet Socioeconomic Needs

Findings reinforce existing evidence, identify novel factors, suggest future research

Dec 01, 2022
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Could a Plant-Based Diet Benefit Men's Health Below the Belt?

Analysis suggests protective nature of veggie-heavy diet in prostate cancer and more

Oct 30, 2022
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Acupuncture May Help Reduce Urinary Incontinence Episodes, Symptoms in Women

Consistency in limited results, but better-quality data needed to confirm benefit

Aug 04, 2022
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Urinary Incontinence a Significant Burden in Long-Term Care Facilities

Over half of nursing directors surveyed said managing incontinence contributes to CNA turnover

Jul 22, 2022
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Sacral Neuromodulation Promising in Neurogenic Lower Urinary Dysfunction

Refractory disease corrected, at least for the short term, in selected neurologic patients

Jul 15, 2022
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Gene Therapy for Overactive Bladder Shows Early Promise

Significant improvements in symptoms, quality of life after short-term follow-up

May 16, 2022
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Food Insecurity Linked With Urge Urinary Incontinence

Suggests social factors play a role, independent of dietary bladder irritants

May 15, 2022
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Good Vibrations: The Transition From Sex Toy to Medical Device

Benefits of vibrators in urinary incontinence, vulvodynia, sexual dysfunction in women

May 14, 2022
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Urinary Symptoms Linked to Increased Mortality Risk in Men

Moderate to severe symptoms "good indicators" of poor health, study authors say

May 06, 2022
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Mini-Sling Matches Midurethral Sling for Urinary Incontinence in Women

While both procedures led to success, cure remained elusive

Mar 30, 2022
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