Evolving types of pudendal neuromodulation for lower urinary tract dysfunction

Stefano Parodi*, Harry J. Kendall, Carlo Terrone, John P. F. A. Heesakkers

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Abstract

Introduction Sacral neuromodulation and posterior tibial nerve stimulation for lower urinary tract dysfunction (LUTD) and overactive bladder yield good and reliable results. However, neuromodulation research is continuously evolving because there is still need for more patient-friendly treatment options in the therapeutic management of LUTD. Pudendal neuromodulation (PNM) has been emerging as a promising alternative treatment option for the last few decades. The aim of this study is to review the current state of the art of PNM. Material and methods A wide literature search was conducted in the field of PNM using Medline through the PubMed database and Elsevier using the Scopus database; a critical review of the results was then carried out. PNM has been studied in its various possible aspects: percutaneous PNM, transrectal/transvaginal PNM, and both percutaneous and transcutaneous dorsal genital nerve stimulation. Results Each technique was found to result in promising improvements in different clinical outcomes, with some trials reporting even better results than sacral neuromodulation. Conclusions As a result of a comparison between the various PNM techniques with both sacral neuromodulation and posterior tibial nerve stimulation, we think that PNM should be seen as seriously promising, and we believe it will expand the treatment options for overactive bladder. Even though several studies accordingly showed PNM to be safe and effective, a systematic review and meta-analysis were not feasible. PNM in its various techniques is a promising treatment for LUTD. Nevertheless, further research is needed to include it in treatment algorithms.
Original languageEnglish
Pages (from-to)82-88
Number of pages7
JournalCentral European Journal of Urology
Volume77
Issue number1
Early online date1 Jan 2024
DOIs
Publication statusPublished - 6 Jan 2024

Keywords

  • pudendal neuromodulation
  • lower urinary tract dysfunction
  • overactive bladder
  • neuromodulation
  • sacral neuromodulation
  • posterior tibial nerve stimulation
  • GENITAL NERVE-STIMULATION
  • OVERACTIVE BLADDER
  • ELECTRICAL-STIMULATION
  • DETRUSOR OVERACTIVITY
  • EFFICACY

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