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Overactive bladder syndrome: Management and treatment options
Alexander Hutchinson1, Alexander Nesbitt2, Andre Joshi3
1MBBS, MSc, BA, Resident Medical Officer, Department of Urology, Mater Hospital, Qld.
Australian Journal of General Practice
|September 1, 2020
Summary
Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common condition causing urinary urgency and frequency. Treatment follows a stepwise approach, starting with conservative measures and progressing to medications or minimally invasive procedures to improve quality of life.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Nephrology
Background:
- Overactive bladder (OAB) is a prevalent condition affecting over 10% of the population.
- Characterized by urinary urgency, frequency, and nocturia without detectable disease.
Purpose of the Study:
- To summarize the stepwise management of OAB.
- Focus on improving patient quality of life and reducing healthcare costs.
Main Methods:
- OAB diagnosis involves a targeted history and urogenital examination.
- Treatment progresses from conservative measures to pharmacological and procedural interventions.
Main Results:
- First-line conservative treatments include lifestyle modifications and pelvic floor exercises.
- Anticholinergic medications like oxybutynin are a pharmacological option.
- Refractory cases may benefit from urology specialist consultation and minimally invasive procedures.
Conclusions:
- A stepwise approach to OAB management is effective.
- Treatment aims to enhance patient well-being and optimize healthcare resource utilization.
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