EVALUATION OF OVERACTIVE BLADDER TREATMENT OUTCOMES IN POST-STROKE PATIENTS USING MIRABEGRON (BETA-3 AGONIST) AT BACH MAI HOSPITAL
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Objectives: To evaluate the treatment outcomes of overactive bladder (OAB) in post-stroke patients using Mirabegron and related factors. Methods: A cross-sectional descriptive study without a control group was conducted on 30 patients diagnosed with post-stroke OAB at Bach Mai Hospital from October 2024 to June 2025. OAB symptoms were assessed using the OAB Symptom Score (OABSS), quality of life was measured with the International Prostate Symptom Score - Quality of Life, and voiding patterns were recorded through a urinary diary. Results: The results showed significant improvement in OAB symptoms (the OAB Symptom Score decreased from 10.97 to 5.7) and quality of life (International Prostate Symptom Score - Quality of Life decreased from 5.51 to 3.17). The frequency of urination, nocturia, urgency, and urinary incontinence significantly decreased (p < 0.05), as reflected in the voiding diary data. Mild side effects such as increased blood pressure and tachycardia were recorded, but did not require discontinuation of treatment. Factors such as age and the type of stroke influenced treatment outcomes. Conclusion: Mirabegron is an effective and safe option for managing OAB in post-stroke patients.
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Overactive Bladder, Stroke, Mirabegron
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