Treatment for Stress Urinary Incontinence
If you struggle with bladder leaks when you:
then you may suffer from Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI).
What is stress urinary incontinence?
SUI is when urine leaks out during moments of physical activity that increases abdominal pressure, such as coughing, sneezing, laughing, or exercise.
This condition is caused by a weakness of the pelvic floor muscles, which usually tends to happen as we get older, with pregnancy and with certain pelvic floor conditions.
You are not alone.
Did you know that stress urinary incontinence is a common condition that affects 1 in 3 women at some point in their lives.1
Dealing with stress urinary incontinence can be frustrating, struggling with embarrassing bladder leaks. But luckily there is a treatment option available to help you regain bladder control.
How can Bulkamid help?
Bulkamid is a urethral bulking agent that is used to treat stress urinary incontinence. It is a soft, water-based gel that can be used to restore the natural closing of the urethra.
The majority of women with SUI choose Bulkamid before other treatment options.2
The benefits of Bulkamid
Safe and Effective
92% of women reported being cured or improved following treatment with Bulkamid.3
Simple Procedure
The procedure is a series of 3-4 small injections that take around 10 - 15 minutes in an outpatient setting under local anesthetic.4
Long-lasting Relief
Bulkamid is clinically proven to deliver symptom relief out to seven years.5
Real Stories. Real Results.
"Suffering with stress urinary incontinence was embarrassing and terrifying. Now, I am ecstatic, and I love my "new urethra" thanks to Bulkamid!"
Results and experiences may vary and are unique to each patient. No promise or guarantee is made about specific results or experiences.
Ready to say goodbye to bladder leaks? Take the first step! Contact us to schedule an appointment to see if Bulkamid is right for you.
For a complete listing of indications, contraindications, warnings and precautions, go to www.bulkamid.com/isi
References:
- Magon, N et al. Stress urinary incontinence: What, when, why, and then what? J Midlife Health. 2011 Jul-Dec; 2(2): 57–64.
- Dwyer L et al. "Voice Your Choice": A Study of Women's Choice of Surgery For Primary Stress Urinary Incontinence. International Urogynecology Journal. 31:769–777, 2020
- Itkonen-Freitas AM et al. Tension Free Vaginal Tape Vs Polyacrylamide Hydrogel Injection For Primary Stress Urinary Incontinence: A Randomized Controlled Trial. J Urol. Vol 203, 372 – 378, 2020.
- Bulkamid Patient Information Leaflet
- Brosche et al. Seven‐Year Efficacy and Safety Outcomes of Bulkamid for the Treatment of Stress Urinary AIncontinence. Neurourol Urodyn. Vol 40(1):502-508, 2021
