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  • Title: [What to do if percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS) works? A pilot study on home-based transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation].
    Author: Maurelli V, Petta F, Carsillo G, Miano R, Lamorte F, Perugia C, Finazzi Agrò E.
    Journal: Urologia; 2012 Dec 30; 79 Suppl 19():86-90. PubMed ID: 22729604.
    Abstract:
    INTRODUCTION: Aim of this pilot study was to assess the feasibility of a home-based transcutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (TTNS) protocol in patients responding to percutaneous tibial nerve stimulation (PTNS ). MATERIALS AND METHODS: 16 overactive bladder syndrome (OAB) patients, responding to PTNS, were included. Patients performed a flexible home protocol of TTNS. Satisfied patients were considered "subjective responders"; patients not showing a ≥10% increase of urgency/urgency incontinence episodes/day were considered "objective responders". RESULTS: 14/16 patients were followed up for a mean of 19.7 months. All patients were considered subjective responders; 13 were considered objective responders. The mean number of stimulations/week was 1.6 (1-3). CONCLUSIONS: After this pilot study, it is possible to conclude that home-based TTNS is feasible. Nevertheless, further randomized trials are needed before drawing any conclusions.
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