The sacral neuromodulation procedure is used in urology to treat overactive bladder and other functional micturition disorders refractory to classical treatment. It involves implanting an electrode into the sacral opening. The correct electrode position is determined by the patient's reflexes during test stimulation. The procedure, performed under local anesthesia, additionally enables to talk with the patient who informs about the feelings. This allows for even more accurate electrode placement.
After a few weeks, a permanent neuromodulator is implanted in the second stage of the procedure. Since last year, neuromodulation treatments have been reimbursed.
The procedure was performed by a team composed of Professor Piotr Radziszewski, Tomasz Piecha,MD, PhD, nurse Paulina Waszczuk, nurse Dorota Frankiewicz, nurse Elżbieta Styś and coordinating nurse Danuta Ziemba.
Photos: Department of General, Oncological and Functional Urology MUW