New insights into neuromodulation
Abstract
Sacral neuromodulation is a minimally invasive treatment for several dysfunctions in the small pelvis. Over the past few years, the research group has developed a method to perform neurophysiological measurements during placement of an electrode for sacral neuromodulation as well as during the duration of the treatment. As a result, a number of prognostic factors have been identified. The new study aims to further study these prognostic factors to ultimately improve patient selection and treatment outcome.Researcher(s)
- Promoter: De Wachter Stefan
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- Research Project
Advancements in neuromodulation.
Abstract
Sacral neuromodulation is a minimally invasive treatment for several pelvic organ dysfunctions. The mechanism of action is largely unknown. This project will elucidate factors related to the mechanism of action, in order to improve patient selection and patient outcomes.Researcher(s)
- Promoter: De Wachter Stefan
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- Research Project
Standardisation of sacral neuromodulation
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Sacral neuromodulation is a minimally invasive treatment for several pelvic organ dysfunctions. currently intention to treat results vary between 50-60%. Reasons for the low success rate might be suboptimal patient selection or suboptimal lead placement. This project aims to identify factors related to lead placement that might influence outcome of treatment.Researcher(s)
- Promoter: De Wachter Stefan
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- Research Project
Investigation of uretral sensation.
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This project represents a formal research agreement between UA and on the other hand UZA. UA provides UZA research results mentioned in the title of the project under the conditions as stipulated in this contract.Researcher(s)
- Promoter: De Wachter Stefan
- Promoter: Wyndaele Jean Jacques
- Fellow: Eggermont Monica
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- Research Project
Interaction lower urinary tract and colorectum.
Abstract
This project represents a formal research agreement between UA and on the other hand UZA. UA provides UZA research results mentioned in the title of the project under the conditions as stipulated in this contract.Researcher(s)
- Promoter: De Wachter Stefan
- Promoter: Wyndaele Jean Jacques
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- Research Project
Study of the neurophysiological interactions between the lower urinary tract and the anorectum.
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Researcher(s)
- Promoter: Pelckmans Paul
- Co-promoter: De Wachter Stefan
- Co-promoter: De Winter Benedicte
- Fellow: Wyndaele Michel
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- Research Project
Types of electrical current for diagnosis and treatment of lower urinary tract.
Abstract
Electrical stimulation is used for diagnosis in the lower urinary tract and for treatment of different urological pathologies. In the vast majority square wave pulses are used but with limited success. We explore the use of alternative types of electrical current which can be more specific and more physiological both in electro diagnosis as in electrotherapy.Researcher(s)
- Promoter: Wyndaele Jean Jacques
- Co-promoter: De Wachter Stefan
- Co-promoter: Peeters Stefaan
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- Research Project