Interstim

Interstim®

Urology An implantable device that electronically stimulates sacral nerves to help control bladder function in Pts with urgency-frequency ↓ Sx and urine retention sans mechanical obstruction. See Urge incontinence.
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neuromodulation with InterStim therapy compared to standard medical
CUA guideline on adult overactive bladder
Latest technologic and surgical developments in using InterStim therapy for sacral neuromodulation: Impact on treatment success and safety.
Effects of Appropriate Prolonged Sacral Neuromodulation Testing in Improving Implantation Rate of a Permanent Implantable Pulse Generator in Patients with Refractory Lower Urinary Tract Dysfunctions in Mainland China
Medtronic's (2008) InterStim Model 8870 Programming Guide for Software Version B states: "When cycling is not selected, the neurostimulator stays ON continuously.
Cycling versus continuous mode in neuromodulator programming: a crossover, randomized, controlled trial
One of the minimally invasive procedures available is the InterStim procedure, or sacral nerve stimulation (SNS).
The latest treatments for urinary and fecal incontinence: which hold water?
We are planning to do a trial run of an InterStim device [a device that stimulates the nerves that control the pelvic floor muscles] to help my quality of life.
Sensitive matters, successful results
The business continues to see traction from the RestoreSensor SureScan magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) system, growth in Activa deep brain stimulation systems as a result of both the continued referral development in the United States and international momentum from EARLYSTIM clinical trial data, and strong implant rates for InterStim Therapy, officials noted.
Medtronic: spine sales falter in Q1; Covidien acquisition update
adoption of RestoreSensor spinal cord stimulator, new implant growth of Activa DBS system for movement disorder, and solid demand for InterStim Therapy devices to treat bladder, urinary and bowel conditions.
Top 30: the medical device
In this treatment, marketed as InterStim, a small electrical generator, or neurostimulator, is implanted just under the skin of the upper buttock.
A pacemaker for your bothersome bladder: if other treatments fail, neuromodulation may ease urinary symptoms that persist after treatment for enlarged prostate
The InterStim implant is a tiny device, which is surgically implanted near the tailbone through a small incision near the tailbone.
Hi-tech implant introduced to treat urinary incontinence
InterStim Therapy by Medtronic is an implantable device which stimulates the sacral nerve with mild energy pulses.
Tips for tailoring urinary incontinence therapy: Urinary incontinence affects women's 'confidence, sexuality level of activity, and self-esteem.'
The treatment called InterStim Therapy, is a minimally invasive procedure, which uses electrical impulses to stimulate the sacral nerve and improve muscle function.
Revolutionary therapy could cure millions of chronic bowel incontinence
Overactive Bladder (OAB) & Treatment Beyond Medication: Neuromodulation with InterStim Therapy
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