Bladder Problems & Incontinence

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What are Bladder Problems and Incontinence?

Bladder Problems and Urinary Incontinence cover a range of functional disorders, including overactive bladder (OAB), urgency, frequency, and involuntary urine leakage (incontinence). These conditions are common but require specialiszed diagnosis to distinguish between pelvic floor issues, nerve problems, or structural defects, leading to a highly focused treatment plan.

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Treatment Details

Management strategies range from non-invasive therapies to highly specialised surgical reconstruction.

Treatment Focus Key Therapies & Procedures Advantage
Diagnostics Cystoscopy and Urodynamics (tests to assess bladder pressure and function). Essential for accurate diagnosis and tailored treatment.
Behavioural/Medical Fluid management, pelvic floor physiotherapy, and tailored pharmaceutical regimens. Effective first and second-line treatments for OAB and stress incontinence.
Neuromodulation Sacral Neuromodulation (SNS) or PTNS (Percutaneous Tibial Nerve Stimulation). Advanced treatment for severe OAB or non-responsive bladder pain.
Surgical Sling procedures or Artificial Urinary Sphincter (AUS) insertion. Definitive surgical solutions for severe stress or post-prostatectomy incontinence.

The Kalix Approach

Our specialists adopt an investigative approach, ensuring the treatment matches the specific cause of the bladder dysfunction.

  1. Accurate Diagnosis: We prioritise Urodynamics and Cystoscopy to clearly understand the bladder’s capacity, pressure, and leakage source, avoiding generic treatments.
  2. Multidisciplinary Link: We co-ordinate closely with specialist pelvic floor physiotherapists and pain management experts where appropriate.
  3. Advanced Surgical Options: For severe incontinence (e.g., following prostate cancer surgery), our team offers advanced procedures like the Artificial Urinary Sphincter (AUS), providing a high-calibre, functional solution.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is incontinence only treated with surgery?

No. Most bladder issues are initially managed with behavioral modification, physiotherapy, or medication. Surgery is reserved for cases of severe stress incontinence or when non-surgical treatments fail.

What is Urodynamics?

Urodynamics is a diagnostic test that measures how the bladder stores and empties urine. It is crucial for differentiating between OAB and other causes of frequency/urgency.

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