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Newly FDA Approved Device to Treat Urinary and Bowel Dysfunction Now Available in Oklahoma City

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Dr. Arielle Allen.

93% of patients experienced clinically significant symptom improvements at two years post-implant.


OKLAHOMA CITY (PRWEB)

Dr. Arielle Allen, D.O. announced today the availability of Axonics Therapy—a long-lasting and clinically proven solution that provides symptom relief for patients suffering from overactive bladder, bowel incontinence, and urinary retention. Today, millions of people worldwide suffer from these chronic and debilitating symptoms.1

The Axonics Therapy works by providing gentle electrical stimulation (sacral neuromodulation) to the nerves that control the bladder and bowel, restoring normal communication and improving symptoms.

The Axonics System offers a long-lived miniaturized neurostimulator that is approximately the size of a quarter. The rechargeable device is implanted into the pelvic area during a minimally invasive outpatient procedure. It is qualified to last 15 or more years in the body eliminating the need for repeat surgeries over the patient’s lifetime.

Until today, the only other product available required replacement surgery every three to five years due to battery depletion and removal of the implanted device if an MRI was required. Patients are provided with a discreet easy-to-use remote control that can be used to manage their therapy.

Benefits of Axonics Therapy


  • Clinically proven to help people regain urinary and bowel control. 2

  • 93% of patients experienced clinically significant symptom improvements at two years post-implant. 2

  • Designed to provide patients with long-lasting relief.

  • Allows patients to undergo full-body MRI safely without having to explant the device.

  • High patient satisfaction at two years. 2

  • 94% of patients were satisfied with their therapy. 2

I see women every day that suffer from urinary and bowel symptoms for which the Axonics device could drastically improve! This device is low-maintenance and long-lasting. It is easy for patients to use and gives women more confidence to enjoy life as it is meant to be enjoyed without fear of urinary or bowel accidents! This is why I’m excited to offer this new technology!

Individuals can contact the main phone number of Urogynecology of Oklahoma to schedule an interview: 405-400-8188.

About Dr. Arielle Allen

Dr. Arielle Allen, D.O. is a fellowship-trained Urogynecologist, board-certified in Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery, specializing in female pelvic health. She earned her Medical Degree from Oklahoma State University and completed both her residency and fellowship training at the University of Oklahoma.

Dr. Allen has dedicated her training to the health and well-being of women. Her education and training have given her the tools to help women live happier, healthier, and more fruitful lives. She strives to educate women about the urinary and gynecologic changes associated with aging and can provide specialized treatment plans for female pelvic-related problems.

No two women are alike. We all come with our own special set of circumstances, needs and concerns. Dr. Allen makes it her goal to know her patients individually. Every detail matters.

About Urogynecology of Oklahoma

Urogynecology of Oklahoma was founded in Oklahoma City in 2015. Over the past seven years, they have served thousands of patients searching for a solution to their problems. They are now located in their beautiful new building at 11100 Hefner Pointe Dr. in Oklahoma City.

References:

1. Irwin DE, Kopp ZS, Agatep B, Milsom I, Abrams P. Worldwide prevalence estimates of lower urinary tract symptoms, overactive bladder, urinary incontinence and bladder outlet obstruction. BJU Int. 2011;108(7):1132-1138.

2. Pezzella A, McCrery R, Lane F, et al. Two-year outcomes of the ARTISAN-SNM study for the treatment of urinary urgency incontinence using the Axonics rechargeable sacral neuromodulation system [in press]. Neurourol Urodyn. 2021.

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