Overactive Bladder (OAB): A Growing Health Concern in an Aging Society

By Christian Hampel

In our aging society, Overactive Bladder (OAB) has become a common health issue, gaining increasing importance due to its rising prevalence with age. This condition affects not only the individual’s quality of life but also has significant socio-economic implications.

Diagnostic Tools and Therapeutic Approaches

To tackle OAB, it’s essential to evaluate diagnostic instruments based on their therapeutic relevance, information value, practicality, and invasiveness/morbidity. These instruments can be categorized into obligatory and facultative diagnostics, which are then integrated into severity-adapted algorithms.

The latest pharmacological trends, including Botulinum toxin A, Duloxetine, Phosphodiesterase-5 inhibitors, and Alpha-blockers, are discussed in detail. Furthermore, the impact of antimuscarinics on cognitive abilities, a crucial aspect in medical practice in Germany, is also explored.

Evidence-Based Therapy Concepts

The latest developments in OAB therapy are evaluated according to scientific standards and incorporated into a tiered treatment scheme, prioritizing efficacy, invasiveness, and treatment morbidity. Proven therapy concepts are presented in a clear and comprehensive manner, highlighting the complex interconnections.

This revised edition provides a valuable resource for healthcare professionals, offering a deeper understanding of OAB and its management.

Book Details:

• ASIN: B09FRLLSH4
• Publisher: UNI-MED Verlag AG
• Edition: 2nd edition
• Publication date: September 24, 2009
• Language: German