![]() ![]() ![]() Data collection and analysis At least two review authors assessed the methodological quality of trials and abstracted data. Selection criteria Randomised or quasi-randomised controlled trials evaluating conservative interventions for urinary continence after prostatectomy. Search methods We searched the Cochrane Incontinence Group Specialised Trials Register (searched 23 January 2006), MEDLINE (January 1966 to January 2006), EMBASE (January 1988 to January 2006), CINAHL (January 1982 to January 2006), PsycLIT (January 1984 to January 2006), ERIC (January 1984 to January 2006), the reference lists of relevant articles, handsearched conference proceedings and contacted investigators to locate studies. Objectives To assess the effects of conservative management for urinary incontinence after prostatectomy. Conservative management for postprostatectomy urinary incontinenceīackground Urinary incontinence is common after both radical prostatectomy (RP) and transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP).Conservative management includes pelvic floor muscle training (PFMT) with or without biofeedback, electrical stimulation, compression devices (penile clamps), lifestyle changes, extra-corporeal magnetic innervation or a combination of methods.
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