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How to treat neurogenic bladder and sexual dysfunction after spinal cord lesion
P Denys1, E Chartier-Kastler2, A Even1
1Neurourology and andrology unit, department of physical medecine and rehabilitation, Raymond-Poincaré Hospital AP-HP; Université Paris-Saclay; UMR 1179 Inserm, Paris, France.
Abstract:
Neurogenic bladder and sexual dysfunction after spinal cord lesions are highly prevalent. The treatment algorithm for neurogenic bladder is well described. Clean intermittent self-catheterisation associated with treatment of neurogenic detrusor overactivity is the gold standard. Goals of treatment are twofold: i) control risk factors to avoid upper urinary tract complications, and ii) improve quality of life by treating incontinence when feasible. Lower urinary tract dysfunction is still a major cause of complications and hospitalisation. Sexual dysfunction must be addressed and treated and is at the top of patient expectations one year after injury.
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