Estado actual y evolución del manejo de la patología funcional y del suelo pélvico en los hospitales de la Comunidad de Madrid / Evolution and current status of the management of functional and pelvic floor pathology in the hospitals of the Community of Madrid

Introducción y objetivo Las disfunciones del suelo pélvico (DSP) incluyen un amplio número de patologías sujetas a una alta variabilidad en su manejo según los medios y capacitación de los centros y sus profesionales. El objetivo del estudio es constatar y describir la variabilidad clínica en el manejo de las DSP en los servicios de Urología de los centros sanitarios públicos de la Comunidad de Madrid, así como la dotación de medios disponibles en la actualidad en dichos centros. Material y métodos Encuesta realizada en septiembre de 2021 dirigida a facultativos especialistas en Urología Funcional de los hospitales públicos de la Comunidad de Madrid. Esta se basa en una encuesta realizada en 2011 por Díez et al. con la misma finalidad. Se analizaron las características asistenciales de los distintos centros y el manejo de las principales patologías funcionales del suelo pélvico. Se compararon los resultados con los de la encuesta de 2011 para las preguntas equiparables. Resultados El número de Unidades de Suelo Pélvico (USP) ha aumentado notablemente en los últimos 10 años. El uso de dispositivos ajustables en el tratamiento de la IUE masculina se ha extendido en los centros encuestados. La colposacropexia laparoscópica/robótica se ha convertido en el tratamiento de referencia del prolapso de órganos pélvicos (POP). Conclusiones Las USP multidisciplinares son el modelo a seguir para el manejo de las DSP. Se constata la variabilidad en el manejo de la incontinencia urinaria, POP, el síndrome de dolor vesical y la neuropatía del nervio pudendo (AU)

Introduction and objective Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) includes a large number of pathologies subjected to a significantly varied management, depending on the hospitals’ resources and educational levels of their professionals. The aim of this study is to determine and describe the clinical variability in the management of PFD in the urology departments of the public health centers of the Community of Madrid, as well as the resources currently available in these centers. Material and methods The survey was carried out in September 2021 and was addressed to physicians specialized in functional urology in the public hospitals of the Community of Madrid. This survey is based on the one performed in 2011 by Díez et al. for the same purpose. The characteristics of the healthcare services provided in the different centers and the management of the main functional pathologies of the pelvic floor were analyzed. The results were compared with those of the 2011 survey for equivalent questions. Results The number of Pelvic Floor Units (PFUs) has remarkably increased in the last 10 years. The use of adjustable devices in the treatment of male SUI has become widespread in the centers included in the survey. Laparoscopic/robotic sacrocolpopexy has become the gold standard treatment for pelvic organ prolapse (POP). Conclusions Multidisciplinary PFUs represent the reference framework for the management of PFD. Variability in the management of urinary incontinence, POP, bladder pain syndrome and pudendal nerve neuropathy is recognized (AU)

Evolution and current status of the management of functional and pelvic floor pathology in the hospitals of the Community of Madrid.

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE: Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) includes a large number of pathologies subjected to a significantly varied management, depending on the hospitals' resources and educational levels of their professionals. The aim of this study is to determine and describe the clinical variability in the management of PFD in the urology departments of the public health centers of the Community of Madrid, as well as the resources currently available in these centers. MATERIAL AND METHODS: The survey was carried out in September 2021 and was addressed to physicians specialized in functional urology in the public hospitals of the Community of Madrid. This survey is based on the one performed in 2011 by Díez et al. for the same purpose. The characteristics of the healthcare services provided in the different centers and the management of the main functional pathologies of the pelvic floor were analyzed. The results were compared with those of the 2011 survey for equivalent questions. RESULTS: The number of Pelvic Floor Units (PFUs) has remarkably increased in the last 10 years. The use of adjustable devices in the treatment of male SUI has become widespread in the centers included in the survey. Laparoscopic/robotic sacrocolpopexy has become the gold standard treatment for pelvic organ prolapse (POP). CONCLUSIONS: Multidisciplinary PFUs represent the reference framework for the management of PFD. Variability in the management of urinary incontinence, POP, bladder pain syndrome and pudendal nerve neuropathy is recognized.

Resultados preliminares de un trabajo multicéntrico a nivel nacional para el tratamiento de STUI secundario a hiperplasia benigna de próstata mediante el sistema con vapor de agua Rezum / Preliminary results of a national multicenter study on the treatment of LUTS secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia using the Rezum steam system

Introducción y objetivo El sistema Rezūm® t/o es una técnica mínimamente invasiva que emplea la inyección intraprostática transuretral de vapor de agua para la ablación del tejido prostático. El objetivo del estudio es reflejar los resultados funcionales a corto plazo y de seguridad obtenidos aplicando la técnica en la práctica clínica real. Material y métodos Estudio prospectivo realizado en 5 hospitales españoles para el tratamiento de STUI secundario a HBP mediante el sistema Rezūm®. Se incluyeron pacientes con lóbulo medio prostático (LM) y portadores de sonda vesical (SV). La valoración pre- y postoperatoria se realizó con los cuestionarios IPSS, IIEF-5 y QoL, los resultados flujométricos y el residuo posmiccional. Se registraron las complicaciones acontecidas, así como la tasa de retratamientos al año de seguimiento. Resultados Un total de 137 pacientes fueron incluidos, presentando 64 pacientes LM y 10 pacientes SV. La media de volumen prostático fue de 50cm3 (15-131). A los 3 meses de seguimiento se objetivó una mejoría estadísticamente significativa tanto del IPSS (−6,37 puntos) como del Qmax (+4,95mL/s) y el QoL (−1,29) que se mantuvo hasta los 12 meses: −10,78 puntos, +4,62mL/s y −2,73 (p<0,001), respectivamente. No se objetivaron cambios significativos en la esfera sexual. Todas las complicaciones fueron de carácter leve (≤ClavienII). La tasa de retratamiento al año fue del 4,3%. Conclusión Los resultados a corto plazo de esta técnica son prometedores, mostrando mejoría en los resultados funcionales, sin repercusión en la esfera sexual y asumiendo complicaciones de carácter leve y corta duración. Sin embargo, son necesarios seguimientos más prolongados para establecer su durabilidad y realizar comparaciones directas con otros tratamientos (AU)

Introduction and objective Rezūm® system is a minimally invasive transurethral therapy that uses convective water vapor energy to ablate prostatic tissue. The objective is to report 1-year functional and security outcomes obtained by using this technique in real clinical practice. Material and methods Prospective study conducted in 5 Spanish hospitals for the treatment of LUTS secondary to BPH using the Rezūm® system. Patients with prostatic medium lobe (ML) and urethral catheter carriers were also included. Pre- and post-operative data were collected using IPSS, IIEF-5 and QoL questionnaires, flowmetry and post-void residual volume. Complications and retreatment rate at one-year follow-up were also reported. Results 137 patients, including 64 with ML and 10 patients with urinary retention were treated. Median prostate volume was 50cm3 (15-131). At 3 months follow-up, significant improvement was observed in IPSS (−6,37 points), Qmax (+4,95mL/s) and QoL (−1,29); and was maintained until 12 months: −10,78 points,+4,62mL/s and −2,73 respectively (p<0.001). No significant changes were observed in the sexual sphere. All complications were mild (≤Clavien II). Retreatment rate at one year was 4%. Conclusion Short-term results of this technique are promising, showing improvement in terms of functional outcomes, with no impact on the sexual sphere or complications. Longer term follow-up should include treatment durability and comparison to standard BPH treatments (AU)

Preliminary results of a national multicenter study on the treatment of LUTS secondary to benign prostatic hyperplasia using the Rezum® steam system.

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE: Rezum® system is a minimally invasive transurethral therapy that uses convective water vapor energy to ablate prostatic tissue. The objective is to report 1-year functional and security outcomes obtained by using this technique in real clinical practice. MATERIAL AND METHODS: Prospective study conducted in 5 Spanish hospitals for the treatment of LUTS secondary to BPH using the Rezum® system. Patients with prostatic medium lobe (ML) and urethral catheter carriers were also included. Pre- and post-operative data were collected using IPSS, IIEF-5 and QoL questionnaires, flowmetry and post-void residual volume. Complications and retreatment rate at one-year follow-up were also reported. RESULTS: 137 patients, including 64 with ML and 10 patients with urinary retention were treated. Median prostate volume was 50 cm3 (15-131). At 3 months follow-up, significant improvement was observed in IPSS (-6.37 points), Qmax (+4.95 mL/s) and QoL (-1.29); and was maintained until 12 months: -10.78 points, +4.62 mL/s and -2.73 respectively (p < 0.001). No significant changes were observed in the sexual sphere. All complications were mild (≤ Clavien II). Retreatment rate at one year was 4%. CONCLUSION: Short-term results of this technique are promising, showing improvement in terms of functional outcomes, with no impact on the sexual sphere or complications. Longer term follow-up should include treatment durability and comparison to standard BPH treatments.

Complex Peyronie's disease cases: surgery with or without penile prosthesis placement. / Casos complejos. Enfermedad de Peyronie: cirugía sin/con implante de prótesis de pene.

INTRODUCTION AND OBJECTIVE: Surgery is the treatment of choice for patients with Peyronie's disease presenting difficulty in penetration or erectile dysfunction without adequate response to therapy. Several techniques have been described, and urologists must be aware of their possible complications and sequelae in order to offer the patient the best possible alternative. PATIENTS AND METHODS: Three complex cases of patients with Peyronie's disease are presented. The first case exposes a complication after penile plication for the treatment of a major dorsal curve. The second case refers to difficult anal penetration secondary to a problem of erection direction after plaque incision surgery with oral mucosa grafting. The last case is a patient with a late post-operative complication of a three-piece prosthesis placement with plaque incision and equine collagen patch. RESULTS: Surgical options for each case are detailed and discussed. After patients were informed, the decision was taken in a consensual manner. CONCLUSIONS: Surgery for Peyronie's disease requires the urologist's consideration of the functional, aesthetic and psychological spheres. A systematic approach to all of these avoids complications, sequels and improves results.