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Chen SF, Kuo HC. Management of spinal cord injury patients with neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction using minimally invasive and surgical therapies in Taiwan. Int Urol Nephrol 2024; 56:1205-1216. [PMID: 38036803 DOI: 10.1007/s11255-023-03884-8] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/29/2023] [Accepted: 11/06/2023] [Indexed: 12/02/2023]
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The main problems of neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) in patients with spinal cord injury (SCI) consist of impaired urine storage, impaired bladder emptying, or both. The priorities in the management of SCI-NLUTD should be preservation of renal function, followed by freedom from urinary tract infections and improvement of quality of life. Management of NLUTD in patients with SCI must be based on urodynamic findings rather than clinical evaluations. In the hospital without urodynamic equipment, careful measurement of intravesical pressure and safety functional bladder capacity in conjunction with clinical assessment are also feasible. Identification of high-risk patients is important for preventing urological complications in patients with chronic SCI. The management of NLUTD should start with conservative bladder management and medical treatment. Patients with SCI should be regularly followed up, and any NLUTDs and urological complications should be adequately treated. When surgical intervention is necessary, less invasive and reversible procedures should be considered first, and any unnecessary surgery should be avoided. This article reports the current evidence and expert opinions on the patient-centered bladder management of NLUTD in chronic SCI patients in Taiwan. To avoid renal function deterioration and urological complications, annual active surveillance of bladder and renal function is mandatory, especially for high-risk SCI patients.
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- Sheng-Fu Chen
- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, and Tzu Chi University 707, Section 3, Chung-Yang Road, Hualien, Taiwan.
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- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, and Tzu Chi University 707, Section 3, Chung-Yang Road, Hualien, Taiwan.
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Chen PC, Lee KH, Lee WC, Yeh TC, Kuo YC, Chiang BJ, Liao CH, Meng E, Kao YL, Lee YC, Kuo HC. Treating Neurogenic Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction in Chronic Spinal Cord Injury Patients-When Intravesical Botox Injection or Urethral Botox Injection Are Indicated. Toxins (Basel) 2023; 15:toxins15040288. [PMID: 37104226 PMCID: PMC10145925 DOI: 10.3390/toxins15040288] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 02/28/2023] [Revised: 04/01/2023] [Accepted: 04/11/2023] [Indexed: 04/28/2023] Open
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Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), such as urgency, urinary incontinence, and/or difficulty voiding, hamper the quality of life (QoL) of patients with spinal cord injury (SCI). If not managed adequately, urological complications, such as urinary tract infection or renal function deterioration, may further deteriorate the patient's QoL. Botulinum toxin A (BoNT-A) injection within the detrusor muscle or urethral sphincter yields satisfactory therapeutic effects for treating urinary incontinence or facilitating efficient voiding; however, adverse effects inevitably follow its therapeutic efficacy. It is important to weigh the merits and demerits of BoNT-A injection for LUTS and provide an optimal management strategy for SCI patients. This paper summarizes different aspects of the application of BoNT-A injection for lower urinary tract dysfunctions in SCI patients and provides an overview of the benefits and drawbacks of this treatment.
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- Po-Cheng Chen
- Urologic Department, En Chu Kong Hospital, New Taipei City 237414, Taiwan
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Chi Mei Medical Center, Tainan 71004, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan 33302, Taiwan
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Taiwan Adventist Hospital, Taipei City 10556, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Yangming Branch of Taipei City Hospital, Taipei 11146, Taiwan
- Department of Exercise and Health Sciences, University of Taipei, Taipei 111036, Taiwan
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- College of Medicine, Fu-Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City 24205, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, Cardinal Tien Hospital, New Taipei City 23148, Taiwan
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- Divisions of Urology, Department of Surgery, Cardinal Tien Hospital, New Taipei City 23148, Taiwan
- School of Medicine, Fu Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City 242062, Taiwan
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- Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Tri-Service General Hospital, National Defense Medical Center, Taipei 11490, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, National Cheng Kung University Hospital, College of Medicine, National Cheng Kung University, Tainan 704, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Municipal Siaogang Hospital, Kaohsiung 812, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation and Tzu Chi University, Hualien 97004, Taiwan
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Fan YH, Shen YC, Hsu CC, Chow PM, Chang PC, Lin YH, Chang SJ, Jiang YH, Liao CH, Wang CC, Wu CT, Kuo HC. Current Surgical Treatment for Neurogenic Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction in Patients with Chronic Spinal Cord Injury. J Clin Med 2023; 12:jcm12041400. [PMID: 36835937 PMCID: PMC9963408 DOI: 10.3390/jcm12041400] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2022] [Revised: 01/16/2023] [Accepted: 02/03/2023] [Indexed: 02/12/2023] Open
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This study aimed to present a comprehensive literature review of the efforts of a spinal cord injury workgroup in Taiwan regarding urologic surgery for neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) in patients with chronic spinal cord injury (SCI). Surgical procedures should be viewed as a final option for managing patients with SCI who have persistent symptoms and complications that cannot be resolved by other means. Surgeries can be grouped according to their purpose: reducing bladder pressures, reducing urethra resistance, increasing urethra resistance, and urinary diversion. The choice of surgery depends on the type of LUTD based on urodynamic tests. Additionally, cognitive function, hand motility, comorbidities, efficacy of surgery, and related complications should be considered.
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- Yu-Hua Fan
- Department of Urology, Taipei Veterans General Hospital, Taipei 11217, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, College of Medicine, National Yang Ming Chiao Tung University, Taipei 11217, Taiwan
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- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan 33302, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, Kaohsiung Chang Gung Memorial Hospital, Kaohsiung 83301, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Taipei Hospital, Ministry of Health and Welfare, Taipei 24233, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, National Taiwan University Hospital and College of Medicine, Taipei 10002, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Taoyuan 33305, Taiwan
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- Department of Chemistry, Fu Jen Catholic University, New Taipei City 24205, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, National Taiwan University Hospital and College of Medicine, Taipei 10002, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation and Tzu Chi University, Hualien 97004, Taiwan
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- Divisions of Urology, Department of Surgery, Cardinal Tien Hospital, New Taipei City 23148, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, En Chu Kong Hospital, New Taipei City 23702, Taiwan
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- College of Medicine, Chang Gung University, Taoyuan 33302, Taiwan
- Department of Urology, Chang Gung Memorial Hospital at Linkou, Taoyuan 33305, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation and Tzu Chi University, Hualien 97004, Taiwan
- Correspondence: ; Tel.: +886-3-8561825 (ext. 2117)
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Satisfaction with Surgical Procedures and Bladder Management of Chronic Spinal Cord Injured Patients with Voiding Dysfunction Who Desire Spontaneous Voiding. J Pers Med 2022; 12:jpm12101751. [PMID: 36294890 PMCID: PMC9604585 DOI: 10.3390/jpm12101751] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/23/2022] [Revised: 10/17/2022] [Accepted: 10/20/2022] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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We aimed to investigate treatment outcome and satisfaction with bladder outlet surgeries and bladder management in patients with spinal cord injury (SCI), voiding dysfunction, and to seek a spontaneous voiding or reflex voiding program. A total of 261 patients were included in this retrospective study. The mean age at surgical procedure was 49.2 ± 15.9 years; the median follow-up period was 11 (IQR 6, 17) years; 119 received a urethral Botox injection, 41 underwent transurethral incision of the bladder neck (TUI-BN), 77 underwent transurethral incision or resection of the prostate (TUI-P or TUR-P), and 24 had an external sphincterotomy. Satisfactory surgical outcome was reported by 80.5% of patients undergoing TUI-BN, 70.8% undergoing external sphincterotomy, 64.9% receiving TUI-P or TUR-P, and 59.7% receiving the urethral Botox injection. Persistent dysuria was the most common reason for dissatisfaction after the urethral Botox injection (73.1%) and TUI-BN (58.5%). Recurrent urinary tract infection continued in most patients after any type of surgery (all >75%). Most patients with SCI were satisfied with their initial bladder outlet operation in facilitating spontaneous voiding. However, repeat, or multiple surgical interventions were needed in 65.5% of SCI patients to achieve satisfactory voiding. A correct diagnosis is very important before every intervention and bladder management to reach the best satisfaction. VUDS is suggested before surgical procedures to ensure efficacy, even in patients with the same level of SCI.
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Chen SF, Kuo HC. Interventional management and surgery of neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction in patients with chronic spinal cord injury: A urologist's perspective. Low Urin Tract Symptoms 2022; 14:132-139. [PMID: 35233967 DOI: 10.1111/luts.12434] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/12/2021] [Revised: 02/10/2022] [Accepted: 02/13/2022] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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Neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (NLUTD) caused by spinal cord injury (SCI) is challenging for urologists. NLUTD not only affects the quality of life but also endangers the upper urinary tract of patients with chronic SCI. Considering that the bladder and urethral function change with time, regular follow-up of NLUTD is necessary, and any complication should be adequately treated. The first priority of bladder management in patients with chronic SCI manifesting NLUTD should be renal function preservation, followed by the normalization of lower urinary tract function. The quality of life should also be assessed. Patients who have a high risk for impaired renal function should be more frequently identified and investigated. Conservative treatment and pharmacological therapy should be started as early as possible. Intravesical or urethral injections of botulinum toxin A is an alternative treatment for refractory NLUTD. When surgical intervention is necessary, less invasive and reversible procedures should be considered first. Improving patients' quality of life and willingness to undergo bladder management is the most important aspect of treatment.
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- Sheng-Fu Chen
- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation and Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation and Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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Kuo HC, Jhang JF, Jiang YH, Hsu YH, Ho HC. Pathogenesis evidence from human and animal models of detrusor underactivity. Tzu Chi Med J 2021; 34:287-296. [PMID: 35912048 PMCID: PMC9333099 DOI: 10.4103/tcmj.tcmj_284_20] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/26/2020] [Revised: 12/25/2020] [Accepted: 01/02/2021] [Indexed: 11/06/2022] Open
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Detrusor underactivity (DU) is a common urodynamic diagnosis in patients with lower urinary tract symptoms and large post-voiding residual volume. Animal and human studies showed the possible etiologies of DU include central or peripheral nerve injury, bladder outlet obstruction, chronic ischemia, aging, diabetes mellitus, and sympathetic inhibition of micturition reflex. Evidence from animal and human DU studies with various etiologies revealed highly similar gross and histological characteristics in the bladders, including increased bladder weight, bladder wall thickening, inflammation, collagen deposition, and fibrosis. In electron microscopy, smooth muscle destruction, swollen mitochondria, decreased nerve innervation, caveolae, and umbrella cell fusiform vesicles were noted in the DU bladders. Most animal DU models demonstrate detrusor contractility changes from compensatory to the decompensatory stage, and the change was compatible with human DU observation. The cystometry in the DU animal studies is characterized by impaired contractility, prolong intercontraction interval, and hyposensation, while in vitro bladder muscle strips experiment may exhibit normal detrusor contractility. Decreased bladder blood flow and increased oxidative stress in bladders had been proved in different animal DU models, suggesting they should be important in the DU pathogenesis pathway. Sensory receptors mRNA and protein expression changes in DU bladders had been observed in both animal and human studies, including muscarinic receptors M2, M3, adrenergic receptor β3, purinergic receptor P2X1, P2X3, and transient receptor potential vanilloid (TRPV) 1 and TRPV4. Although some of the sensory receptors changes remain controversial, it might be the target for further pharmacologic treatments.
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Chen JL, Jiang YH, Lee CL, Kuo HC. Precision medicine in the diagnosis and treatment of male lower urinary tract symptoms suggestive of benign prostatic hyperplasia. Tzu Chi Med J 2019; 32:5-13. [PMID: 32110513 PMCID: PMC7015008 DOI: 10.4103/tcmj.tcmj_107_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 05/11/2019] [Revised: 06/11/2019] [Accepted: 06/26/2019] [Indexed: 01/25/2023] Open
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Male lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTSs) are highly prevalent in men and the incidence increases with aging. The pathophysiology of male LUTSs might be bladder outlet dysfunctions such as bladder neck (BN) dysfunction, benign prostatic obstruction, and poor relaxation of external sphincter and bladder dysfunctions such as detrusor overactivity (DO), detrusor underactivity, DO, and inadequate contractility. Male LUTSs include voiding and storage symptoms, and precision diagnosis should not be done based on the symptoms alone. Videourodynamic study provides a thorough look at the bladder and bladder outlet and can clearly demonstrate the underlying pathophysiology when the initial medication fails to relieve LUTS. Medical treatment should be given based on the underlying pathophysiology of LUTS, and surgical intervention to remove prostate should only be performed when a definite bladder outlet obstruction due to prostatic obstruction has been confirmed by invasive urodynamic study.
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- Jing-Liang Chen
- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation and Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation and Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation and Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Hualien Tzu Chi Hospital, Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation and Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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Kuo HC, Lee YK. Therapeutic Efficacy and Quality of Life Improvement in Women with Detrusor Underactivity Following Transurethral Incision of the Bladder Ne. UROLOGICAL SCIENCE 2019. [DOI: 10.4103/uros.uros_39_19] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Recovery of Voiding Efficiency and Bladder Function in Male Patients With Non-neurogenic Detrusor Underactivity After Transurethral Bladder Outlet Surgery. Urology 2019; 123:235-241. [DOI: 10.1016/j.urology.2018.09.030] [Citation(s) in RCA: 23] [Impact Index Per Article: 4.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 08/07/2018] [Revised: 09/23/2018] [Accepted: 09/25/2018] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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Contemporary Treatment of Detrusor Sphincter Dyssynergia: a Systematic Review. CURRENT BLADDER DYSFUNCTION REPORTS 2018. [DOI: 10.1007/s11884-018-0482-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/26/2022]
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Jiang YH, Lee CL, Jhang JF, Kuo HC. Current pharmacological and surgical treatment of underactive bladder. Tzu Chi Med J 2018; 29:187-191. [PMID: 29296045 PMCID: PMC5740689 DOI: 10.4103/tcmj.tcmj_122_17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.8] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/19/2022] Open
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Underactive bladder (UAB) or detrusor underactivity (DU) is a common yet still poorly understood urological problem. In addition to true detrusor failure and neuropathy, the inhibitory effects of detrusor contraction by the striated urethral sphincter and the bladder neck through alpha-adrenergic activity may also play a role in the development of UAB or DU. Treatment of UAB or DU aims to reduce the postvoid residual (PVR) urine volume and increase voiding efficiency, either by spontaneous voiding or abdominal straining. Pharmacotherapy with parasympathomimetics or cholinesterase inhibitors might be tried, and benefits can be achieved in combination with alpha-blockers. Bladder outlet surgeries, including urethral onabotulinumtoxinA injection, transurethral incision of the bladder neck, and transurethral incision or resection of the prostate can effectively improve voiding efficiency and decrease the PVR in most patients with DU. The mechanisms have not been well elucidated. It is likely that ablation of the bladder neck or prostatic urethra might not only decrease bladder outlet resistance but also abolish the sympathetic hyperactivity which inhibits detrusor contractility in patients with idiopathic UAB or DU.
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- Yuan-Hong Jiang
- Department of Urology, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital and Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital and Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital and Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital and Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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A systematic review of the diagnosis and treatment of patients with neurogenic hyperactivity of the detrusor muscle. Actas Urol Esp 2018; 42:5-16. [PMID: 28413135 DOI: 10.1016/j.acuro.2017.01.006] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 11/15/2016] [Revised: 01/20/2017] [Accepted: 01/23/2017] [Indexed: 01/22/2023]
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BACKGROUND Neurogenic detrusor hyperactivity (NDH) is a urodynamic observation characterised by involuntary detrusor contractions during the filling phase that are caused by an underlying neurological disease. The common and severe complications that can result from NDH warrant the preparation of healthcare protocols for the proper management of patients with NDH. OBJECTIVE The aim of this study is to standardise the criteria for the decision-making process in the management of patients with diagnosed or suspected NDH, providing personalised medical care. ACQUISITION OF EVIDENCE We performed a systematic noncomprehensive literature review on the aspects of the diagnosis and treatment of NDH. Based on the review, recommendations were issued by nominal consensus of a group of urology specialists. SYNTHESIS OF THE EVIDENCE In general, the diagnosis of NDH is arrived at by a proper review of the medical history, physical examination and voiding diary before performing any diagnostic study. The main treatment objectives are to protect the upper urinary tract, restore function of the lower tract and improve these patients' continence and quality of life. The treatment consists of several steps aimed at obtaining proper bladder storage that allows for sufficiently spaced voidings. The follow-up should be personalised based on each patient's needs. CONCLUSIONS The identification and management of NDH is important for positively redirecting the function of the lower urinary tract, in terms of filling and voiding, thereby improving the patients' quality of life.
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Borau A, Adot J, Allué M, Arlandis S, Castro D, Esteban M, Salinas J. A systematic review of the diagnosis and treatment of patients with neurogenic hyperactivity of the detrusor muscle. ACTA ACUST UNITED AC 2018. [DOI: 10.1016/j.acuroe.2017.11.004] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 12/21/2022]
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Liao CH, Kuo HC. Current consensus and controversy on the treatment of male lower urinary tract symptoms/benign prostatic hyperplasia. Tzu Chi Med J 2017; 29:1-5. [PMID: 28757756 PMCID: PMC5509190 DOI: 10.4103/tcmj.tcmj_2_17] [Citation(s) in RCA: 5] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/04/2022] Open
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Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are highly prevalent in men and increase with age. Because LUTS are common among elderly men, they are usually considered synonymous with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). Drugs should be the first-line treatment for BPH and surgical intervention should be performed only when there are complications or LUTS refractory to medical treatment. In addition to medical treatment, several minimally invasive therapies, such as thermal therapy, prostatic lift, laser evaporation, or laser enucleation techniques have been developed. Recent investigations have also revealed that bladder dysfunction such as detrusor overactivity and detrusor underactivity may also contribute to male LUTS. In the treatment of LUTS suggestive of BPH (LUTS/BPH), the following questions should be considered: Is there an obstruction? Are we treating BPH or LUTS? Can management targeting BPH reduce LUTS? Should patients with LUTS be treated before bladder outlet obstruction is confirmed? What is the role of transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) nowadays? Will new techniques provide better outcomes than TURP? This article discusses the current consensus and controversies in the treatment of LUTS/BPH.
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- Chun-Hou Liao
- Department of Urology, Cardinal Tien Hospital and Fu-Jen Catholic University, New Taipei, Taiwan
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- Department of Urology, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital and Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan
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Taiwanese Continence Society clinical guidelines for diagnosis and management of neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction. UROLOGICAL SCIENCE 2014. [DOI: 10.1016/j.urols.2014.03.003] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/22/2022] Open
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Jhang JF, Jiang YH, Kuo HC. Transurethral incision of the bladder neck improves voiding efficiency in female patients with detrusor underactivity. Int Urogynecol J 2013; 25:671-6. [PMID: 24288115 DOI: 10.1007/s00192-013-2279-4] [Citation(s) in RCA: 18] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.6] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 09/04/2013] [Accepted: 11/08/2013] [Indexed: 10/26/2022]
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INTRODUCTION AND HYPOTHESIS Detrusor underactivity (DU) is a common urologic problem and usually presents with urine retention or large postvoid residual (PVR). Medical treatment of DU does not always achieve satisfactory results. We report the surgical outcomes of transurethral incision of the bladder neck (TUI-BN) in women with DU and urine retention. METHODS A total 31 woman with DU in whom medical treatment failed underwent TUI-BN and were retrospectively studied. Surgical outcome was determined by postoperative urodynamic studies and clinical presentation. Patients with postoperative voiding efficiency of >67% had excellent outcomes, those with 33-66% had moderate results, and those with <33% had poor surgical outcomes. RESULT PVR, voiding efficiency, and maximum urinary flow rate (Qmax) significantly improved after TUI-BN. PVR decreased by 56.3% overall. Intermittent catheterization was needed in 27 patients before surgery and in only seven after TUI-BN. There were 14 (45.2%), 11 (35.5%), and six (19.3%) patients with excellent, moderate, and poor surgical outcomes, respectively. Baseline urodynamic parameters, age, and etiologies did not impact surgical outcome. Three patients developed transient urinary incontinence, and one developed vesicovaginal fistula after TUI-BN. CONCLUSION TUI-BN is an effective procedure to improve PVR, Qmax, and voiding efficiency in women with DU and urine retention. The procedure is safe and effective, even in patients with medical treatment failure, those with large PVR at baseline, and those with different etiologies.
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- Jia-Fong Jhang
- Department of Urology, Buddhist Tzu Chi General Hospital, 707 Chung-Yang Road, Section 3, Hualien, Taiwan, 970
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Therapeutic effects of transurethral incision of the bladder neck on primary bladder neck dysfunction refractory to alpha-adrenergic blockade in men. FORMOSAN JOURNAL OF SURGERY 2012. [DOI: 10.1016/j.fjs.2012.03.001] [Citation(s) in RCA: 1] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.1] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/17/2022] Open
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Bladder Neck Dysfunction in Spinal Cord Injury. CURRENT BLADDER DYSFUNCTION REPORTS 2011. [DOI: 10.1007/s11884-011-0084-9] [Citation(s) in RCA: 0] [Impact Index Per Article: 0] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/30/2022]
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