Bulkamid
in West Columbia, SC
Bulkamid
At our office in West Columbia Bulkamid is a unique, new, non-particulate bulking agent that is a homogeneous hydrogel consisting of 97% water and 2.5% polyacrylamide gel. It is a non-particulate bulking agent in its own class and is resistant to degradation and maintains its size and volume in the body’s tissue once injected and is durable over time. It is a predictable, controllable and precise injection that is minimally invasive, performed in the office setting and the patient has minimal if any downtime.
Bulkamid® was FDA approved January 28, 2020, for the treatment stress urinary incontinence, intrinsic deficiency and or stress incontinence predominant mixed incontinence. The ability to offer a less invasive and overall, less expensive procedure since it can be performed in the office setting, has been wonderful for our patients.
Our patients are thrilled with their results and are returning to the gym the next day after their procedure. They are no longer leaking. Ask our office about Bulkamid and how we can help you!
Bulkamid for Stress Urinary Incontinence
Treatment for Stress Urinary Incontinence
If you struggle with bladder leaks when you:
Sneeze
Exercise
Laugh
Cough
Walk
then you may suffer from Stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI).
What are the risk factors?
- Childbirth: Pregnancy and childbirth tend to flatten, stretch and weaken muscles in the pelvic floor. This lack of support can lead to urine leakage.
- Menopause: Because the ovaries stop producing estrogen during menopause, this hormone deficiency can lead to a thinner urethra lining and weakened sphincter and bladder muscles.
- Urinary tract infections can lead to SUI
- Illnesses that results in excessive coughing or sneezing
- Obesity
- Smoking that causes excessive coughing
- Diabetes can cause excess urine production and nerve damage
- Excessive caffeine or alcohol consumption can trigger SUI
- Medications that promote urine production
- Certain athletic activities that put pressure on the bladder While SUI is a troubling condition that can interrupt daily activities, there are medical solutions.
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.
The benefits of Bulkamid
Safe and Effective
92% of women reported being cured or improved following treatment with Bulkamid.
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.
Long-lasting Relief
Bulkamid is clinically proven to deliver symptom relief out to seven years.
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!"
— Nicole M. | Bulkamid Patient —
Ready to say goodbye to bladder leaks?
Take the first step! To learn more about Bulkamid West Columbia patients should contact us to schedule an appointment to see if it is right for you.
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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
