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Article: Rev Recent Clin Trials: Results of endovesical hyaluronic acid/ chondroitin sulfate in the treatment of interstitial cystitis/painful bladder syndrome.(Author abstract)(Clinical report)
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- Alternative Medicine Review
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- September 1, 2008
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OBJECTIVES: The aim of our study was to test the effect of a more viscous compound than existent hyaluronic acid formulation in helping to restore a defective glycosaminoglycan layer, and therefore in improving Interstitial Cystitis/Painful Bladder Syndrome (IC/ PBS) symptoms when administered intravesically in IC/PBS patients. METHODS: A total of 23 female patients completed the study. Patients received endovesical administration of hyaluronic acid and chondroitin sulfate in normal saline, 40 ml, weekly for 12 weeks and then bi-weekly for 6 months, if there was initial response. RESULTS: After 12 weeks treatment both Interstitial Cystitis Symptom and Problem Index ...
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