Update on non-invasive treatment for female overactive bladder

J Gynecol Obstet Hum Reprod. 2020 Mar;49(3):101683. doi: 10.1016/j.jogoh.2020.101683. Epub 2020 Jan 8.

Abstract

Overactive bladder syndrome (OAB) is common chronic medical condition which has a major impact on health and quality of life. This condition affects daily activities, performance and social function and servers as a real challenge for care giver in attempt to treat patients' symptoms. Given the fact that therapy rarely results in cure and the high rate of discontinuation, treatment should primarily aim to reduce social and psychological disability. The purpose of our update is to give an overview of recent data regarding OAB, and to provide practical clinical tools for evaluation and management of OAB syndrome according to current literature evidence.

Keywords: Guidelines; Overactive bladder syndrome; Update; Urinary urgency.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Decision Trees
  • Female
  • Humans
  • Urinary Bladder, Overactive / diagnosis
  • Urinary Bladder, Overactive / therapy*