Evaluation and management of overactive bladder: strategies for optimizing care
Marcella G Willis-Gray, Alexis A Dieter, Elizabeth J Geller Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA Abstract: Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common condi...
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| description | Marcella G Willis-Gray, Alexis A Dieter, Elizabeth J Geller Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA Abstract: Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common condition affecting millions of men and women worldwide. It is an embarrassing condition with far-reaching consequences. Although many treatment options exist, no single treatment has been proven to be most effective. Often a combination of therapy is required to successfully manage OAB symptoms. In this review, we provide an overview of OAB, including risk factors for development of OAB; keys to diagnosis; therapeutic options including conservative and medical management, as well as treatments for refractory OAB; when to consider referral to a specialist; and resources for clinicians and patients. The aim of this review is to inform clinicians regarding OAB management in order to improve patient counseling and care. Keywords: overactive bladder, urge incontinence, urinary incontinence, bladder training, lifestyle modifications |
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| spelling | doaj.art-bd221710eb2e4e4caead02c2444c58a82022-12-21T18:29:29ZengDove Medical PressResearch and Reports in Urology2253-24472016-07-012016Issue 111312228105Evaluation and management of overactive bladder: strategies for optimizing careWillis-Gray MGDieter AAGeller EJMarcella G Willis-Gray, Alexis A Dieter, Elizabeth J Geller Division of Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, Chapel Hill, NC, USA Abstract: Overactive bladder (OAB) is a common condition affecting millions of men and women worldwide. It is an embarrassing condition with far-reaching consequences. Although many treatment options exist, no single treatment has been proven to be most effective. Often a combination of therapy is required to successfully manage OAB symptoms. In this review, we provide an overview of OAB, including risk factors for development of OAB; keys to diagnosis; therapeutic options including conservative and medical management, as well as treatments for refractory OAB; when to consider referral to a specialist; and resources for clinicians and patients. The aim of this review is to inform clinicians regarding OAB management in order to improve patient counseling and care. Keywords: overactive bladder, urge incontinence, urinary incontinence, bladder training, lifestyle modificationshttps://www.dovepress.com/evaluation-and-management-of-overactive-bladder-strategies-for-optimiz-peer-reviewed-article-RRUOveractive BladderUrge IncontinenceUrinary IncontinenceBladder TrainingLifestyle Modifications |
| spellingShingle | Willis-Gray MG Dieter AA Geller EJ Evaluation and management of overactive bladder: strategies for optimizing care Research and Reports in Urology Overactive Bladder Urge Incontinence Urinary Incontinence Bladder Training Lifestyle Modifications |
| title | Evaluation and management of overactive bladder: strategies for optimizing care |
| title_full | Evaluation and management of overactive bladder: strategies for optimizing care |
| title_fullStr | Evaluation and management of overactive bladder: strategies for optimizing care |
| title_full_unstemmed | Evaluation and management of overactive bladder: strategies for optimizing care |
| title_short | Evaluation and management of overactive bladder: strategies for optimizing care |
| title_sort | evaluation and management of overactive bladder strategies for optimizing care |
| topic | Overactive Bladder Urge Incontinence Urinary Incontinence Bladder Training Lifestyle Modifications |
| url | https://www.dovepress.com/evaluation-and-management-of-overactive-bladder-strategies-for-optimiz-peer-reviewed-article-RRU |
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