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Incontinence affects well over 25 million adults in the United States—even if many manage the symptoms in silence because they're largely unaware of the most effective treatments. Far too many people manage their incontinence with adult pads and diapers. As you might image, the economic landscape surrounding incontinence management is therefore characterized by rising expenditures on disposable or reusable products. The cost implications are enormous,…
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Someone recently posed this question on social media: If the first procedure went well, why might someone need revision surgery after bariatric surgery? We caught up with Dr. Sasse for an answer. Revision Surgery After Bariatric Surgery: Why? The science and our understanding of obesity and metabolism has a long way to go. We have learned many of the key mechanisms that lead so many…
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Today, neuromodulation exists at the intersection of biology and physics to resolve overactive bladder and incontinence using a 20-minute, painless procedure with a 93% success rate. So how did we get here, and where did this life-changing medical technology come from? Neuromodulation—the process of altering nerve activity through targeted electrical or chemical stimuli—has a fascinating, not to mention, ancient, history. Development of Modern Neuromodulation Techniques…
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Incontinence is the involuntary loss of bladder or bowel control. It's a prevalent and often debilitating condition that affects millions of people worldwide. It can significantly impact the quality of life, leading to physical discomfort, social embarrassment and emotional distress. But how is incontinence managed? Traditionally, incontinence management involved lifestyle changes, medications, pelvic floor exercises, and, in more severe cases, surgical interventions. But a breakthrough…
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Bariatric surgery has come a long way in the past 75 years. While the most noteworthy improvements have been in the safety and simplicity of current procedures and eliminating side effects and complications, the success rate of bariatric surgery has also improved. Today, the most widely performed procedure is sleeve gastrectomy, with Roux en Y gastric bypass and duodenal switch playing smaller roles. All are…
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Decades of research have shown bariatric surgery to be a successful treatment for obesity. Not only does it lead to substantial weight loss, it has a profound effect on a number of obesity-related health risks—and type 2 diabetes is a standout. Here's how bariatric surgery affects type 2 diabetes. Obesity and Type 2 Diabetes First, let's address the reality we're facing. The prevalence of obesity…
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Overactive bladder, bladder leakage and bowel leakage can be distressing conditions that significantly impact quality of life. Still, many people continue to rely on adult diapers rather than seeking potentially life-changing, and increasingly simple, medical interventions. Why is that? Let's compare adult diapers versus a 20-minute procedure to resolve incontinence. Understanding Incontinence Incontinence, whether urinary or fecal, is surprisingly common, especially among older adults. According…
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It seems like more and more people are struggling with bladder and bowel incontinence than ever. Is that true? Is incontinence becoming more common? According To The Data According to a number of data sources, the prevalence of bladder and bowel incontinence does indeed appear to be increasing, especially among older adults. Here are some key insights based on recent data: More than half of…
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Anyone who has privately tried to manage symptoms of incontinence understands the toll it can take on quality of life. Incontinence is characterized by the involuntary loss of urine or fecal matter—clearly, it poses a number of challenges for those affected, both physically and emotionally. The good news is that very effective treatments are available today. Sacral neuromodulation has emerged as a noninvasive and effective…
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Bariatric surgery, which includes gastric bypass, gastric sleeve, duodenal switch and gastric banding, among others, is often subject to various judgments and misconceptions. Let's explore a few. It's the Easy Way Out One common misconception is that bariatric surgery is an easy fix for weight loss. In reality, it's a well-proven, safe, and effective medical treatment for the deadly conditions of obesity and diabetes. Is…
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