title: The use of sacral nerve blocks in the evaluation and treatment of neurologic bladder disease.
abstract: We describe the use of sacral nerve blocks in conjunction with air cystometry and sphincter electromyography to determine the functional innervation of the bladder and sphincters. This technique has aided in the selection of patients for sacral rhizotomy. Phenol sacral nerve blocks have been used successfully in treating hyperactive bladder disease and intractable perineal pain.
mesh_terms: D006801:Humans; D008012:Lidocaine; D008160:Lumbosacral Plexus; D009407:Nerve Block; D010146:Pain / Q000209:etiology; D059408:Pain Management; D010386:Pelvic Neoplasms / Q000150:complications; D010636:Phenols; D013126:Spinal Nerve Roots / Q000601:surgery; D001743:Urinary Bladder / Q000294:innervation; D001750:Urinary Bladder, Neurogenic / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000601:surgery
chemical_list: D010636:Phenols; D008012:Lidocaine