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Urinary incontinence and minimal pyramidal disease
British Journal of Urology
|December 1, 1980
Summary
This study presents nine patients with severe urinary symptoms due to detrusor instability. The findings suggest a potential neurogenic origin for detrusor instability, even with minimal neurological disease.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Neurology
Background:
- Detrusor instability is a condition characterized by involuntary bladder contractions.
- The underlying etiology of detrusor instability is not fully understood, with neurogenic causes being a significant consideration.
Observation:
- Nine patients with detrusor instability and minimal pyramidal disease were evaluated.
- These patients exhibited severe urinary symptoms but no overt neurological deficits.
Findings:
- The clinical presentation of these patients suggests a link between detrusor instability and neurological underpinnings.
- The absence of significant neurological symptoms despite severe urinary issues highlights a nuanced presentation.
Implications:
- These cases may support the hypothesis that detrusor instability universally has a neurogenic basis.
- Further research into the neurogenic mechanisms of detrusor instability is warranted.