Treating overactive bladder (OAB) may lead to fewer falls among older adults, a new study presented at the 110th Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA) in New Orleans has suggested.
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Sleep quality may impact on the severity of LUTS
Sleep quality may have an impact on the severity of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in some men, according to new research presented at the Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA).
Botox reduces urinary incontinence in OAB
The long-term use of botulinum toxin A (BTX-A) or Botox has resulted in durable reductions in urinary incontinence in patients with overactive bladder (OAB), new research has revealed.
Patients with OAB have higher stress levels
Patients with overactive bladder (OAB) have significantly higher self-perceived stress levels than those without the condition, according to a new study presented at the Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA).
Quitting smoking leads to much improved outcomes following surgery
Quitting smoking can lead to a significant improvement in outcomes following major urological surgery, research presented at the Annual Scientific Meeting of the American Urological Association (AUA) has found.
OAB management in elderly must be tailored to patient
The management of overactive bladder (OAB) in the vulnerable elderly often poses significant management challenges.
The latest amendments to the overactive bladder clinical practice guidelines
Lloyd Mudiwa outlines the abridged version of the new clinical framework for the diagnosis and treatment of non-neurogenic overactive bladder (OAB) in adult patients.
Study shows OAB symptoms more prevalent among obese women
Obese pre-menopausal women present with more overactive bladder (OAB) symptoms than non-obese women, new researched has confirmed.
Survey records high rates of OAB
A new population-based survey carried out in Russia, the Czech Republic and Turkey has found high rates of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and overactive bladder (OAB) in men and women, but low levels of medical consultation and low use of medications.
Men hospitalised more for UTIs
While women are far more likely to suffer urinary tract infections (UTIs), men are more prone to be hospitalised for treatment, according to a study by US urologists.