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Neurosciences
Xiaoyi Yuan, Brian M. Balog, Dan Li Lin, Brett Hanzlicek, Mei Kuang, Hao Yan, Steve J. A. Majerus, Margot S. Damaser
Summary: BDNF is identified as a key factor in the secretome of MSCs that promotes functional recovery following a dual simulated childbirth injury. Knockdown of BDNF leads to decreased BDNF concentration in MSC secretome, and treatment with CM and KD CCM results in increased stress urinary incontinence.
FRONTIERS IN CELLULAR NEUROSCIENCE
(2022)
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Multidisciplinary Sciences
Kristine Janssen, Kangli Deng, Steve J. A. Majerus, Dan Li Lin, Brett Hanzlicek, Robert S. Butler, Carl H. van der Vaart, Margot S. Damaser
Summary: This study found that both transurethral and suprapubic catheterization methods do not significantly affect urethral function in rats, and the order of catheter insertion does not affect the results. However, peak EMG firing rate and amplitude were significantly higher after the first catheter insertion.
SCIENTIFIC REPORTS
(2021)
Article
Neurosciences
Brian M. Balog, Kangli Deng, Tessa Askew, Mei Kuang, Brett Hanzlicek, Margot S. Damaser
Summary: This study confirmed that electrical stimulation accelerates functional recovery in a SUI model through a BDNF-mediated pathway, suggesting it as a potential regenerative therapy for women with SUI.
EXPERIMENTAL NEUROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Surgery
Renaud Bollens, Georges Mjaess, Julien Sarkis, Anthony Kallas Chemaly, Elie Nemr, Karim Daher, Albert Semaan, Josselin Abi Chebel, Fabienne Absil, Fouad Aoun
Summary: This study evaluated the safety and feasibility of laparoscopic transperitoneal pudendal nerve and artery release in 235 patients with pudendal syndrome. The surgery showed promising functional results with improved symptoms in some areas.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2021)
Review
Urology & Nephrology
Jialiang Chen, Yihua Zhong, Jicheng Wang, Bing Shen, Zhijun Shen, Jonathan Beckel, William de Groat, Christopher Chermansky, Changfeng Tai
Summary: This study demonstrates that pudendal nerve stimulation can improve vaginal lubrication and induce increases in vaginal pressure. It raises the possibility of developing a novel pudendal neuromodulation device to improve female sexual function after spinal cord injury.
JOURNAL OF SEXUAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Gastroenterology & Hepatology
Enrique Moncada, Alberto de San Ildefonso, Erene Flores, Lucia Garrido, Oscar Cano-Valderrama, Vincenzo Vigorita, Raquel Sanchez-Santos
Summary: This study proposes an experimental technique of combining laparoscopic pudendal release with a neurostimulator prosthesis for the treatment of pudendal neuralgia. By directly implanting a neurostimulation electrode during surgery, better observation and treatment of pudendal neuralgia can be achieved.
COLORECTAL DISEASE
(2022)
Article
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Gulfem Basol, Ahmet Kale, Hande Gurbuz, Elif Cansu Gundogdu, Kursad Nuri Baydilli, Taner Usta
Summary: This study evaluated the 2-year outcomes of repetitive transvaginal pudendal nerve injections (PNI) and compared the success of PNI at different anatomical levels. The efficacy of PNI decreased over time and was more effective for pudendal nerve entrapment between ligaments compared to the endopelvic part. However, therapeutic nerve blocks are still recommended for suspected endopelvic pudendal nerve pathology before surgery referral.
ARCHIVES OF GYNECOLOGY AND OBSTETRICS
(2022)
Review
Urology & Nephrology
Kristen M. Meier, Patrick M. Vecellio, Kim A. Killinger, Judith A. Boura, Kenneth M. Peters
Summary: This study examined the outcomes of pudendal neuromodulation in patients with prior PNES surgeries. The results showed that this treatment can improve bladder symptoms and pain, and prior PNES surgeries did not significantly impact lead placement difficulty.
JOURNAL OF SEXUAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Kristen M. Meier, Patrick M. Vecellio, Kim A. Killinger, Judith A. Boura, Kenneth M. Peters
Summary: This study examined the outcomes of pudendal neuromodulation in patients with prior PNES. Most patients experienced improvement in bladder symptoms and pain after the procedure, with 80% undergoing permanent generator implantation. There was no significant difference in lead implant time between patients with prior PNES and those without.
JOURNAL OF SEXUAL MEDICINE
(2022)
Editorial Material
Obstetrics & Gynecology
Nassir Habib, Luca Labanca, Rodrigo Fernandes, Karolina Afors, Eugenio Solima, Gaby Moawad, Gabriele Centini
Summary: This video demonstrates the safety, feasibility, and reproducibility of laparoscopic pudendal neurolysis in 6 steps. A minimally invasive approach is adequate to treat the pudendal compression until the Alcock canal.
JOURNAL OF MINIMALLY INVASIVE GYNECOLOGY
(2021)
Article
Neurosciences
Yinjun Gu, Tingting Lv, Chen Jiang, Jianwei Lv
Summary: 3D printed navigation is used to assist in the implantation of leads for pudendal nerve electrical stimulation, providing an accurate, efficient, and minimally invasive surgical approach. This method can reduce surgical difficulties, shorten operation time, minimize damage to additional organs and blood vessels while increasing implantation accuracy.
FRONTIERS IN NEUROSCIENCE
(2021)
Article
Neurosciences
Jialiang Chen, Jianan Jian, Jicheng Wang, Zhijun Shen, Bing Shen, William Wang, Jonathan Beckel, William C. de Groat, Christopher Chermansky, Changfeng Tai
Summary: This study successfully induced low-pressure voiding by stimulation and blockade of the pudendal nerves, providing potential for developing a minimally invasive surgical approach to restore voiding function after spinal cord injury.
EXPERIMENTAL NEUROLOGY
(2021)
Article
Surgery
Carlo Giulioni, Anastasios D. D. Asimakopoulos, Filippo Annino, Giulia Garelli, Julien Riviere, Julie Piechaud-Kressmann, Nam-Son Vuong, Laurent Hugo Lopez, Jean-Baptiste Roche, Jean Rouffilange, Jean-Luc Hoepffner, Andrea Benedetto Galosi, Richard Pierre Gaston, Thierry Piechaud, Gregory Pierquet
Summary: Objective: To present and report the outcomes of robot-assisted pudendal nerve release (RPNR) in the treatment of chronic pelvic pain caused by pudendal nerve entrapment (PNE). Methods: 32 patients were recruited and underwent RPNR. Significant pain reduction was observed at 3 and 6 months post-surgery. The study concluded that RPNR is a safe and effective approach for resolving pain caused by PNE, and timely nerve decompression can enhance outcomes.
SURGICAL ENDOSCOPY AND OTHER INTERVENTIONAL TECHNIQUES
(2023)
Article
Urology & Nephrology
Divya Ajay, Arman A. Kahokehr, Aaron C. Lentz, Andrew C. Peterson
Summary: This study aimed to investigate the relationship between the pre-operative Valsalva leak point pressure (VLPP) and the success rate of male transobturator sling (TOS) in post-prostatectomy urinary incontinence (PPUI) patients. The findings showed that patients with a pre-operative VLPP above 70 cm H2O were 50% less likely to experience failure after TOS placement compared to those with a VLPP below 70 cm H2O.
INTERNATIONAL UROLOGY AND NEPHROLOGY
(2022)
Article
Nursing
Asa Henning Waldum, Mirjam Lukasse, Anne Cathrine Staff, Ragnhild Sorum Falk, Ingvil Krarup Sorbye, Anne Flem Jacobsen
Summary: This study investigated the association between intrapartum pudendal nerve block (PNB) analgesia and childbirth experience. The results showed that there was no difference in childbirth experience between women with and without PNB, whether it was a spontaneous or instrumental birth.
BIRTH-ISSUES IN PERINATAL CARE
(2023)