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Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction in Myasthenia Gravis: A Case Report and Literature Review
Patrícia Pereira1, Manuela Mira Coelho1, Sónia Tizón1
1Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Hospital de Braga, Braga, PRT.
Cureus
|November 28, 2024
Summary
This case report details a patient with myasthenia gravis (MG) experiencing lower urinary tract dysfunction, specifically stress urinary incontinence. It emphasizes the need for greater awareness and tailored treatments for MG patients with urinary issues.
Area of Science:
- Neurology
- Urology
- Rehabilitation Medicine
Background:
- Lower urinary tract dysfunction (LUTD) is a common complication of neurological disorders, impacting patient quality of life.
- Research on LUTD in myasthenia gravis (MG) is limited, with existing reports focusing on overactive bladder, incontinence, and urinary retention.
- This report addresses a specific case to further understand the MG-LUTD connection.
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