Management of refractory detrusor instability by transvesical phenol injection.
The results of transvesical phenol injection into the paravesical nerve plexuses are reported in 40 consecutive patients. A 58% success rate was achieved in the treatment of refractory detrusor instability and 73% success was seen in detrusor hyper-reflexia in 11 patients with multiple sclerosis. Urinary retention occurred in 8%. Troublesome complications were seen in 2 patients who had had previous pelvic radiotherapy, which should be regarded as an absolute contraindication to the procedure.
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Department of Urology, Prince Henry Hospital, Sydney, Australia.
Millard
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D000328:Adult; D000368:Aged; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D008875:Middle Aged; D009407:Nerve Block / Q000009:adverse effects; D010636:Phenols; D001745:Urinary Bladder Diseases / Q000628:therapy*
D010636:Phenols