Urologie pro praxi 2/2024
Urological complications in patients with multiple sclerosis
In patients with multiple sclerosis the neurological deficit is manifested by a wide spectrum of clinical symptoms, including voiding dysfunction. Urinary tract infections worsen patients´ quality of life and can significantly affect the course of the disease. This article presents an overview of current treatment options of urinary tract dysfunctions. Moreover, treatment and prevention of urinary tract infections and the area of sexual dysfunctions are also mentioned.
Keywords: multiple sclerosis, detrusor hyperactivity, detrusor hypocontractility, detrusor sphincteric dyssynergia, urinary tract infection, sexual dysfunction.