Neurogenic Bladder
The muscles and nerves of the urinary system work together to hold urine in the bladder and then release it at the appropriate
time. Nerves carry messages from the bladder to the brain and from the brain to the muscles of the bladder—telling them either
to tighten or release. In a neurogenic bladder, the nerves that are supposed to carry these messages do not work properly.
As a result, patients with this condition may suffer from:
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Urine leakage – Often occurs when the muscles holding urine in do not get the right message
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Urine retention – Often happens if the muscles holding urine in do not get the message that it is time to let go
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Damage to the tiny blood vessels in the kidney – May occur if the bladder becomes too full and urine backs up into the kidneys, causing extra pressure.
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Infection of the bladder or ureters – Often results from urine that is held too long before being eliminated.
Getting help at Jefferson
If you or someone you care about is suffering from this condition, turn to the Jefferson Department of Urology. We maintain
a team of physicians and advanced practice nurses who specialize in the care and management of neurourologic problems, such
as neurogenic bladder. We are a recognized center for the use of sacral neurostimulation using implanted electrodes to correct
some forms of bladder dysfunction.
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