Emsella for Reducing tSUI After HOLEP

The Utility of Emsella for Reducing Transient Stress Urinary Incontinence (tSUI) Following Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP)

This study aims to investigate the effectiveness of the Emsella chair treatments at different timepoints. Before and after the holmium laser enucleation of the prostate (HoLEP).

Inclusion Criteria:

• Prostate sizing 80-150g
• Ability to independently transfer and tolerate all 30min Emsella treatments (e.g. not wheelchair bound, no mobility issues)
• Baseline M-ISI scores <4
• Same-day catheter removal and discharge
• Able to read, understand, and complete surveys and questionnaires

Exclusion Criteria:

• Catheter dependence
• Previous BPH procedure
• Previous pelvic surgeries
• Pre-existing pelvic floor dysfunction
• Neurogenic bladder
• Overactive bladder - e.g. prescribed and taking any oxybutynin or mirabegron
• Preoperative pad-use for incontinence