What is Bulkamid?
Bulkamid is a minimally invasive and long-lasting treatment option for bladder leaks caused by stress urinary incontinence (SUI).
What is stress urinary incontinence (SUI)?
Stress urinary incontinence (SUI), sometimes called stress incontinence, is a condition where unwanted bladder leaks happen during normal daily activities such as coughing, laughing, or exercise.
How can Bulkamid help?
Bulkamid is a urethral bulking agent that is used to treat stress urinary incontinence. It is a soft, water-based gel that can be used to restore the natural closing of the urethra. Similar to some facial fillers it remains in the body over time without causing reactions on the surrounding tissue.
- Safe and effective. 92% of women reporting being cured or improved
- Simple procedure. The procedure is a series of 3-4 small injections that takes around 10 to 15 minutes under local anesthetic
- Long-lasting relief. Bulkamid is proven to deliver symptom relief out to seven years
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Call Piedmont Urology today at 704-838-8200 to get more information on Bulkamid or to schedule an appointment!
