URINARY INCONTINENCE

This study follows 180 women who receive an artificial urinary sphincter to treat stress incontinence caused by a weak urethra. Researchers will track how many women become dry (using no pads or just one light security pad) and how long that dryness lasts over 5 years. The goal i…

This study tests whether a nurse-led program can help women aged 45-64 in Hong Kong better manage their health and use medical resources wisely. Over 1,700 participants will either receive personalized nurse guidance or general health advice. The goal is to improve health confide…

This study compares cranberry capsules to the antibiotic nitrofurantoin for preventing urinary tract infections (UTIs) after surgery for pelvic organ prolapse or urinary incontinence. About 142 women will be randomly assigned to take either cranberry or nitrofurantoin for 28 days…

This study looks at three standard treatments for urgency urinary incontinence (sudden, strong urges to urinate) in women aged 60 and older who are also at high risk of falling. The treatments are pelvic floor muscle training with a physical therapist, and two different medicatio…

This study looks at whether group pelvic floor muscle training works as well as individual sessions for treating urinary incontinence in women aged 60 and older. About 362 women with stress or mixed incontinence will take part. The goal is to find a more affordable, effective tre…

This study compares a new external catheter (PureWick) to a standard one for men who leak urine at night. About 100 adult men who currently use diapers or pads will test each device at home. The goal is to see which one captures more urine and is more comfortable, helping men sta…

This study tested whether an 8-week mobile app program, with education and phone counseling, could reduce symptom severity and improve quality of life and sleep in 82 menopausal women with urinary incontinence. The app was based on a health promotion model. Results may show that …

This study tests a device that uses mild electrical pulses to strengthen pelvic floor muscles and reduce urine leakage in men after prostate removal. Thirty men who use at least one pad per day will try the treatment. The main goal is to see if it cuts down on leakage and improve…

This study tested an 8-week online program for menopausal women with urinary incontinence. The program included pelvic floor exercises, healthy bladder habits, and coping strategies. Researchers measured symptom severity, quality of life, and beliefs about incontinence in 80 wome…

This study looks at two methods to improve care for women with urinary incontinence (bladder leaks) in primary care settings. About 1200 women will take part to see if electronic specialist advice or a nurse-led program works better. The goal is to find which approach helps docto…

This study aimed to compare two different physical therapy programs for men who still have urine leakage more than a year after prostate cancer surgery. The researchers planned to measure how much urine leaked and how well participants could balance. However, the study was withdr…

This study looks at ways to help primary care doctors better screen and treat urinary incontinence in women Veterans. About 2,500 women Veterans will take part, using a mobile health app and extra training for their doctors. The goal is to find the best way to deliver care remote…

This study tests a program to help primary care doctors provide better care for women with urinary incontinence (bladder leakage). About 1,600 women and their doctors will take part. The program includes training, decision-support tools, and easier referrals to specialists. Resea…