Application study of pressure- and volume-controllable balloon in direct visualisation interstitial cystitis dilation...

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Gastroenterology
• Pain Management

Background:

• Interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS) is a chronic condition characterized by pelvic pain and urinary symptoms.
• Traditional bladder hydrodistension is a common treatment, but its efficacy and safety can be variable.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the efficacy and safety of pressure- and volume-controlled balloon dilation for IC/BPS.
• To compare this new method with traditional bladder hydrodistension.

Main Methods:

• A prospective randomized-controlled trial involving 50 women with IC/BPS.
• Patients were assigned to either pressure- and volume-controlled balloon dilation or traditional hydrodistension.
• Outcomes included ICSI/ICPI scores, PUF scores, bladder capacity, and complications.

Main Results:

• The experimental group showed significantly lower ICSI/ICPI and PUF scores at 6 months.
• Greater bladder capacity was observed in the experimental group under non-anesthetic conditions.
• Fewer nocturnal urination episodes were reported in the experimental group post-treatment.

Conclusions:

• Pressure- and volume-controlled balloon dilation is more effective than traditional hydrodistension for IC/BPS.
• This method also presents a lower complication rate, indicating improved safety.
• It represents a superior therapeutic option for managing IC/BPS.