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Management of overactive bladder syndrome
Sushma Srikrishna1, Dudley Robinson, Linda Cardozo
1Department of Urogynaecology, King's College Hospital, Denmark Hill, London, UK. sushmasrikrishna@hotmail.com
Postgraduate Medical Journal
|July 11, 2007
Summary
Overactive bladder (OAB) syndrome, characterized by urinary urgency, is commonly treated with medications. This review focuses on newer medical treatments for OAB in women, exploring options beyond conservative and surgical interventions.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Gynecology
Background:
- Overactive bladder (OAB) syndrome presents as urinary urgency, often with frequency and nocturia.
- Current management includes conservative measures, pharmacotherapy, and surgery as a last resort.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the management of overactive bladder (OAB) in women.
- To specifically focus on recent advancements in the medical treatment of OAB.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of OAB management strategies.
- Emphasis on pharmacological interventions for OAB in women.
Main Results:
- Drug treatment remains a key component in managing OAB in women.
- Newer developments in medical therapies are expanding treatment options.
Conclusions:
- Medical management is crucial for OAB, with ongoing research into novel treatments.
- A comprehensive approach, including conservative and surgical options, is essential for intractable cases.
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