[The effect of transurethral electrical stimulation on the paralyzed and incontinent bladder: objective results...

Using objective parameters, improvement of the detrusor function and bladder sensitivity can be obtained in most children. A significant improvement in incontinence appears possible in 30--40% of the patients. The method according to Katona is the only one which creates bladder sensitivity. This method is not a cure all but has improved our therapeutic possibilities, especially when it is combined with pharmacotherapy, long term low dose antibiotic therapy and sphincterotomy.