Botulinum toxin for urogenital conditions.

Abstract

SUMMARY:

Botulinum neurotoxin has been shown to be effective when used in the management of lower urinary tract dysfunction, prostatic disorders and more recently vaginismus in women suffering with pelvic floor muscle tension. Here we provide an overview of the use and efficacy of botulinum toxin in these conditions.

• Authors: K J Eccleston, P D Woolley
• Journal: International journal of STD & AIDS (Int J STD AIDS) Vol. 19 Issue 12 Pg. 797-9 (Dec 2008) ISSN: 0956-4624 [Print] England
• PMID: 19050206 (Publication Type: Journal Article, Review)

Chemical References

• Neuromuscular Agents
• Botulinum Toxins, Type A

Topics

• Botulinum Toxins, Type A (adverse effects, therapeutic use)
• Female
• Female Urogenital Diseases (drug therapy)
• Humans
• Male
• Male Urogenital Diseases (drug therapy)
• Neuromuscular Agents (adverse effects, therapeutic use)
• Treatment Outcome