Bladder management in multiple sclerosis

Phys Med Rehabil Clin N Am. 2013 Nov;24(4):673-86. doi: 10.1016/j.pmr.2013.06.004. Epub 2013 Aug 27.

Abstract

This article reviews the basic principles and therapeutic options in the management of the neurogenic bladder due to multiple sclerosis (MS), written primarily for the non-urology provider. An algorithm for the initial management of the MS patient with lower urinary tract symptoms is provided.

Keywords: Bladder; Neurogenic bladder; Treatment; Urinary tract.

Publication types

  • Review

MeSH terms

  • Antidepressive Agents, Tricyclic / therapeutic use
  • Behavior Therapy
  • Botulinum Toxins / therapeutic use
  • Cholinergic Antagonists / therapeutic use
  • Electric Stimulation Therapy
  • Humans
  • Multiple Sclerosis / complications*
  • Urinary Bladder, Neurogenic / etiology
  • Urinary Bladder, Neurogenic / physiopathology
  • Urinary Bladder, Neurogenic / therapy*
  • Urinary Catheterization
  • Urinary Diversion
  • Urinary Tract / anatomy & histology
  • Urinary Tract Physiological Phenomena

Substances

  • Antidepressive Agents, Tricyclic
  • Cholinergic Antagonists
  • Botulinum Toxins