We conclude that posterior tibial nerve stimulation is an effective, minimally invasive option for treatment of patients with complaints of urge incontinence, as improvement was seen in subjective as well as objective parameters.
PTNS could not abolish DI. PTNS increased cystometric capacity and delayed the onset of DI. Cystometry seemed useful to select good candidates: patients without DI or with late DI onset proved to be the best candidates for PTNS.
PTNS is a young treatment modality, minimally invasive, and easily accessible. It might be an attractive first line option for patients with (minor) voiding dysfunction.
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