Textbook of the Neurogenic Bladder

All patients with vesico-urethral dysfunction, regardless of the nature of the neurological process causing it, are investigated with the same diagnostic tools. This well-illustrated text provides the physician, whether qualified or in training, with excellent instruction for conducting thorough, efficient and beneficial examinations of both adults and children using a variety of instruments and tests. Including surgical and non-surgical treatment options from international experts, Evaluation and Treatment of the Neurogenic Bladder is undoubtedly a useful resource in choosing the best treatments for optimal results.

Table of Contents:
THE NORMAL URINARY TRACT Embryology of the Lower Urinary Tract, H.T. Nguyen and E.A. Tanagho Simplified Anatomy of the Vesico-urethral Functional Unit, J. Corcos Physiology of the Smooth Muscles of the Bladder and Urethra, M.J. Drake and W.H. Turner Physiology of the Striated Muscles, J.F.B. Morrison Pharmacology of the Lower Urinary Tract, K.-E. Andersson and A. Schroder Integrated Physiology of the Lower Urinary Tract , N. Yoshimura, S. Seki, and M.B. Chancellor FUNCTIONAL PATHOLOGY OF THE LOWER URINARY TRACT Epidemiology of the Neurogenic Bladder, P.B. Leu and A.C. Diokno Ultrastructural Pathology of Neurogenic Bladder, A. Elbadawi Pathophysiology of the Overactive Bladder, A.F. Brading Pathophysiology of the Areflexic Bladder, K. Sasaki, J. Nishiguchi, and M.B. Chancellor Pathophysiology of the Low Compliant Bladder, E. Chartier-Kastler, J.-M. Soler, and P. Denys Pathophysiology of the Detruso-sphincteric Dyssynergia, B.F.M. Blok Pathophysiology of the Autonomic Dysreflexia, W. Altaweel and J. Corcos Pathophysiology of Spinal Cord Injury, M. Hassouna, N. Elmayergi, and M. Abdelhady NEUROLOGICAL PATHOLOGIES RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE NEUROGENIC BLADDER Spina Bifida in Infancy and Childhood, A. Kondo, M. Gotoh, and O. Kamihira Spina Bifida in the Adult, J.L.H. Ruud Bosch Syringomyelia and Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction, M. Le Fort and J.-J. Labat Acquired Disorders. Systemic Illnesses (Diabetes Mellitus, Sarcoidosis, Alcoholism, Porphyrias), D. Jensen and B. Klevmark Other Peripheral Neuropathies (Lumbo-sacral Zoster, Genito-urinary Herpes, Tabes Dorsalis, Guillan-Barré Syndrome), V.W.M. Tse and A.R. Stone Peripheral Neuropathies of the Lower Urinary Tract Following Pelvic Surgery and Radiation Therapy, R.T. Kershen and T.B. Boone Dementia and Lower Urinary Tract Function, R. Sakakibara and T. Hattori Pathologies of the Basal Ganglia (Parkinson's Disease and Huntington's Disease), S. Seki, N. Yoshimura, and O. Nishizawa Urinary Dysfunction in Multiple Organ Atrophy, R. Sakakibara, C.J. Fowler, and T. Hattori Multiple Sclerosis. Other Diseases (Transverse Myelitis, Tropical Spastic Paraparesia, Progressive Multifocal Leuco-encephalopathy, Lyme's Disease, T. Hanus Cerebrovascular Accidents, Intracranical Tumors, and Urologic Consequences, A.J. Flisser and J.G. Blaivas Invertebral Disc Prolapse, E. Schick and P.E. Bertrand Spinal and Cord Tumors, J. Corcos and R. Glickstein Spinal Cord Injury and Cerebral Trauma, J.B. Gajewski Cerebral Palsy, Cerebellar Ataxia, AIDS, Phacomatosis, Neuromuscular Disorders and Epilepsy, M.W. Kellett and L.K. Lee EVALUATION OF NEUROGENIC BLADDER DYSFUNCTION Clinical Evaluation: History and Physical Examination, G.E. Lemack Quality of Life Assessment in Neurogenic Bladder, P. Marquis The Voiding Diary, M. Jolivet-Tremblay and P.E. Bertrand The Pad Test, M. Joliet-Tremblay and E. Schick Endoscopic Evaluation of Neurogenic Bladder, J. Corcos and E. Schick Imaging Technics in the Evaluation of Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunction, W. Artibani and M.A. Cerruto Normal Urodynamic Parameters in Children, S.P. Lapointe and D. Barrieras Evaluation of Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunction: Basic Urodynamics, C.E. Kelly and V.W. Nitti Urodynamics in Infancy and Children, K. Hjalmas and Ulla Sillen Electrophysiological Evaluation: Basic Principles and Clinical Applications, S. Pondar and C.J. Fowler Practical Guide to Diagnose Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction, E. Schick and J. Corcos CLASSIFICATION Classification of Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction, A. Mattiasson TREATMENT Conservative Treatment, J.-J. Wyndaele Systemic and Intrathecal Pharmacological Treatment, S-H. Lu and M.B. Chancellor Intravesical Pharmacological Treatment, C. Silva and F. Cruz Transdermal Oxybutynin Administration, G.W. Davila Management of Autonomic Dysreflexia, A. Altaweel and J. Corcos Peripheral Electrical Stimulation, M. Fall and S. Lindstrom Emptying the Neurogenic Bladder by Electral Stimulation, G.H. Creasey Central Neuromodulation, P.E.V. Van Kerrebroeck Intravesical Electrical Stimulation of the Bladder, H.G. Madersbacher Surgery to Improve Reservoir Function, M. Strohrer Surgery to Improve Bladder Outlet Function, G. Defreitas and P. Zimmern Urinary Diversion, G.G. Bailey and S. Hershorn Tissue Engineering Applications for Patients with Neurogenic Bladder, A. Atala Restoration of complete Bladder Function by Neurostimulation, M. Craggs Neuroprotection and Repair after Spinal Cord Injury, W.D. Dietrich SYNTHESIS OF TREATMENT Treatment Alternatives for Different Types of Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunction in Adults, E. Schick and J. Corcos Treatment Alternatives for Different Types of Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunction in Children, R. Jednak and J.L.P. Salle The Vesicourethral Balance, E. Schick and J. Corcos COMPLICATIONS Complications Related to Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunction (i) Infection, Lithiasis and Neoplasia, A.Z. Buczynski Complications Related to Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunction (ii) Reflux and Renal Insufficiency, I. Romics, A. Hamvas, and A. Majoros PROGNOSIS Evolution and Follow-up of Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunction in Spinal Cord-injured Patients, J.-J. Labat and B. Perrouin-Verbe

Review :
"…This is an outstanding reference text for the urologist who deals with neurogenic patients often or, possibly more importantly, the urologist who only sees such patients rarely. It is comprehensive and very well referenced (with key references seen in tables in some chapters) and well organised, running through pathophysiology, evaluation and treatment sequentially. It will enable the urologist to remind him/herself of the correct management of these conditions where urology and neurology interact. As well as being reminded of management the urologist can find extremely detailed information on the anatomy and physiology and pathophysiology of the condition of interest." -First Prize, Urology Category, 2004 BMA Medical Book Competition "I am convinced that this book should become a standard reading for everyone involved in the care of neurogenic bladder patients…I cannot think of a single item in the overall topic that has not been carefully treated in depth." Tage Hald, Former Chairman of the ICS Standard Committee Promo Copy