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[Biofeedback therapy for urinary incontinence in children]
J L Blanco1, F J Oliver, R De Celis
1Sección de Urología Pediátrica, Servicio de Cirugía Pediátrica, Hospital de Cruces, Baracaldo.
Summary
Biofeedback therapy effectively treats functional urinary incontinence in children. Pelvic floor muscle training with biofeedback offers a simple, effective solution for cases resistant to conventional treatments.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Urology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
- Pelvic Floor Therapy
Context:
- Functional urinary incontinence affects children, often proving refractory to standard treatments.
- Conventional therapies like bladder training and anticholinergics may fail or lead to recurrence.
Purpose:
- To evaluate the efficacy of biofeedback (BFB) therapy for pediatric functional urinary incontinence.
- To assess BFB as a treatment for children unresponsive to or relapsing after other interventions.
Summary:
- 34 children (mean age 8.4 years) with refractory urinary incontinence received BFB therapy.
- BFB was administered via surface electrodes during bladder filling or voiding.
- 44% achieved total continence, and 20.5% showed partial response; 26% saw no benefit.
Impact:
- Biofeedback therapy presents a simple and effective method for pediatric functional urinary incontinence.
- BFB can be a valuable adjunct to existing therapies for persistent or recurrent cases.
- This approach aids in improving continence outcomes in pediatric patients.
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