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Maximum electrical stimulation for urge incontinence.

M Nakamura1, T Sakurai, H Sugao

  • 1Department of Urology, Osaka Koseinenkin Hospital, Japan.

Urologia Internationalis
|January 1, 1987
PubMed
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Maximum electrical stimulation effectively controlled urge incontinence in 62% of patients. An initial stimulation session reliably identified suitable candidates for this successful treatment.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Neurology
  • Pelvic Health

Background:

  • Urge incontinence significantly impacts quality of life.
  • Current treatments for urge incontinence have limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the efficacy of maximum electrical stimulation for urge incontinence.
  • To assess a method for selecting patients for this therapy.

Main Methods:

  • Maximum electrical stimulation applied to the anus or perianal skin.
  • Initial stimulation session used for patient selection.
  • Clinical success defined by incontinence control.

Main Results:

  • 13 out of 21 patients (62%) achieved controlled urge incontinence.

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  • The initial stimulation session accurately predicted treatment success.
  • All 13 selected patients experienced clinical success.

    • Conclusions:

    • Maximum electrical stimulation is an effective treatment for urge incontinence.
    • A single initial session reliably identifies patients who will benefit from this therapy.