Articles and Webinars
Whether you are a carer, a specialist, or completely new to continence care, Wellspect Education provides learning resources for your level of expertise
23 Articles
Therapy
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Long-term Intermittent Catheterization using LoFric®: A new study on clinical safety, quality of life and satisfaction among users
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While the short-term safety and tolerability of hydrophilic IC are well established, robust prospective evidence on long-term outcomes remains limited. In this non-interventional, prospective, observational cohort study, Taffo et al. evaluated the real-world, long-term impact among adult users of IC with LoFric® hydrophilic catheters on clinical outcomes and quality of life (QoL) over a 5-year period.
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Transanal Irrigation in Pediatric Bowel Dysfunction: Clinical Outcomes and Quality of Life Improvements
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In this prospective observational study, Di Mitri et al. evaluated the impact of transanal irrigation (TAI) using the Navina Smart® system on bowel function, medication use, and quality of life in children with chronic bowel dysfunction over a 60-day treatment period.
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Safe and Effective Use of Transanal Irrigation: A New International Consensus
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Transanal irrigation (TAI) is a well-established, minimally invasive treatment for constipation and fecal incontinence. Emmanuel et al. review the current literature and expert clinical experience to provide updated recommendations on patient selection, contraindications, training, and follow-up, with the goal of improving long-term adherence and safety.
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Webinar: TAI With Navina
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In this webinar, Bev Collins, Clinical nurse lead, Wellspect, will tell you the most important information you need to know about transanal irrigation (TAI), how to use Navina Irrigation System and some tips and tricks to improve adherence.
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Study: Can LoFric Elle Improve Quality of Life (QoL)?
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This data was presented at The International Spinal Cord Society (ISCoS) conference in Antwerp October 2024.
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How Structured TAI Training in Pediatric Patients Improves Outcomes & Reduce Failures
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Take part of clinical evidence that speaks to the improved outcomes of using TAI in pediatric patients when coupled with an individualized approach upon initiation of TAI.
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Intermittent catheterization and UTI prevention - techniques and factors of importance
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In this informative short video (approx. 5 minutes), Susanne Vahr, a registered nurse and senior researcher with nearly 30 years of experience in urology, dives deep into the complexities of urinary tract infections (UTIs).
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How multiple sclerosis affects the bladder
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Short films which answer common questions asked by people with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) about bladder dysfunction. These films are aimed at people with MS and uses language and explanations that you may find particularly useful when having discussions with someone who has MS or cares for someone with MS.
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Long-term use of TAI in MS
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This is a summary of the published article Long-term efficacy and safety of transanal irrigation in multiple sclerosis by Passananti et al. 2016
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Bladder and bowel problems in MS patients
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Clinical Nurse Specialist, Liam Rice addresses key questions around Bladder and bowel management in MS
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What is intermittent catheterization (IC)
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Catheterization is perhaps one of the oldest urological procedures, dating back thousands of years ago. Using a urinary catheter is necessary when there is urine left in the bladder that cannot be emptied through normal voiding.
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How Transanal Irrigation Can Support Children
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A Scientific Review of TAI & Pediatric Use
