Innovative treatment modalities for urinary incontinence: a European survey identifying experience and attitude of healthcare providers

Innovative treatment modalities for urinary incontinence: a European survey identifying experience and attitude of healthcare providers

Introduction and hypothesis Urinary incontinence is a common condition in women, with a reported prevalence ranging from 25% to 51%. Of these women, an estimated 38% suffer from stress urinary incontinence (SUI). A European research consortium is investigating an innovative system based on informati...

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Published in:International Urogynecology Journal Vol. 28; no. 11; pp. 1725 - 1731
Main Authors: Kastelein, Arnoud W., Dicker, Maarten F. A., Opmeer, Brent C., Angles, Sonia S., Raatikainen, Kaisa E., Alonso, Joan F., Tăut, Diana, Airaksinen, Olavi, Cardozo, Linda D., Roovers, Jan-Paul W. R.
Format: Journal Article Publication
Language:English
Published: London Springer London 01-11-2017
Springer Nature B.V
Subjects:
Adult
Attitude of Health Personnel
Biofeedback
Biofeedback, Psychology
Biological control systems
Computer & video games
Educational software
Enginyeria biomèdica
Female
Gynecology
Humans
Incontinència urinària
Medicine
Medicine & Public Health
Músculs
Original
Original Article
Pathophysiology
Pelvic floor
Pelvic floor muscle training
Physical Therapy Modalities
Serious gaming
Surveys and Questionnaires
Urinary incontinence
Urinary Incontinence, Stress - therapy
Urology
Video Games
Àrees temàtiques de la UPC
Urinary incontinence
Pelvic floor muscle training
Biofeedback
Serious gaming
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Summary:Introduction and hypothesis Urinary incontinence is a common condition in women, with a reported prevalence ranging from 25% to 51%. Of these women, an estimated 38% suffer from stress urinary incontinence (SUI). A European research consortium is investigating an innovative system based on information and communication technology for the conservative treatment of women with SUI. When introducing a new intervention, implementation barriers arise and need to be identified. Therefore, we investigated healthcare providers’ experience with and attitude towards innovative care options. Methods We performed an online survey to assess (1) the characteristics and practice of healthcare providers, (2) current protocols for SUI, (3) current use of biofeedback, and (4) knowledge about serious gaming. The survey was sent to members of professional societies in Europe (EUGA), UK (BSUG) and The Netherlands (DPFS). Results Of 341 questionnaires analyzed (response rate between 18% and 30%), 64% of the respondents had access to a protocol for the treatment of SUI, and 31% used biofeedback when treating patients with SUI. However, 92% considered that biofeedback has a clear or probable added value, and 97% of those who did not use biofeedback would change their practice if research evidence supported its use. Finally, 89% of respondents indicated that they had no experience of serious gaming, but 92% considered that it could be useful. Conclusions Although inexperienced, European urogynecologists and physical therapists welcome innovative treatment options for the conservative treatment of SUI such as portable wireless biofeedback and serious gaming. Scientific evidence is considered a prerequisite to incorporate such innovations into clinical practice.
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ISSN:0937-3462
1433-3023
DOI:10.1007/s00192-017-3339-y