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Monday, November 1, 2021

Overactive bladder: A review and update

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Exp Ther Med. 2021 Dec;22(6):1444. doi: 10.3892/etm.2021.10879. Epub 2021 Oct 14.

ABSTRACT

Overactive bladder syndrome is a chronic, disabling condition with physical, psychological and social consequences that significantly affects the quality of life of millions of patients worldwide. The economic impact of this disorder is crucial. Overactive bladder syndrome is a little-known condition, with different manifestations from patient to patient, which causes a great deal of frustration to the medical staff involved. The patient requires a clear explanation and the full support of the attending physician. It is extremely important to establish a correct diagnosis and an effective individualized treatment. The collaboration and understanding of these patients are extremely important aspects. Improving the quality of life in these patients is the main purpose in managing this condition. There are several treatment modalities that may be us ed progressively, with favorable albeit inconsistent results. This condition remains extremely challenging for specialists and, unfortunately, always one of maximum interest.

PMID:34721686 | PMC:PMC8549091 | DOI:10.3892/etm.2021.10879

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