FACULTY - DISCLOSURE STATEMENT - COURSE DESCRIPTION - OVERACTIVE BLADDER (OAB) SYNDROME: BRIDGING THE CLINICAL GAP - EDUCATIONAL OBJECTIVES

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Overactive Bladder (OAB) syndrome is presented as an increasingly common condition in clinical practice, with recent advances improving understanding of pathophysiology and treatment options. The material addresses the practice gap in diagnosing and managing OAB and urinary incontinence, noting barriers such as limited knowledge, insufficient screening tools, difficulty distinguishing incontinence types, and uncertainty about treatment algorithms. It outlines objectives for discussing epidemiology, using diagnostic methods, counseling complex or refractory cases, and applying appropriate management and referral pathways.

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Overactive Bladder (OAB) Syndrome: Bridging the Clinical Gap

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# FACULTY Neeraj Kohli,MD,MBA Assistant Professor,Harvard Medical SchoolDirector,Division of UrogynecologyDepartment of Obstetrics and GynecologyBrigham and Womens HospitalBoston,Massachusetts # DISCLOSURE STATEMENT Omnia Education assesses conlict of interest with its faculty,planners,and reviewers of CME activ-ities.Conflicts of interest that are identified are thoroughly reviewed and resolved by managementfor fair balance,scientific objectivity of studies,and patient care recommendations.OmniaEducation is commited to providing its learners with high quality unbiased,and state-of-the-arteducation.The following faculty has reported real or apparent conflict of interest that has beenresolved through a pee review process:Neeraj Kohli,MD,MBA,has disclosed affiliation with PfizerInec.,Novartis Pharmaceuticals Corporation,and Yamanouchi Pharmaceutical Co,Ltd. ACKNOWLEDGEMENTOF COMMERCIALSUPPORT This activity is provided by Omnia Education through aneducational grant from Esprit Pharma,Inc. # COURSE DESCRIPTION "Overactive Blader(OAB)Syndrome:Bridging the Clinical Gap°provides medical profesionalswith a clear understanding of the pathophysiology of OAB,which isbecoming a more common pre-senting condition as the population ages.The quality-of life impact of this condition poses anincreasing health care problem as assessing screening,and distinguishing the type of incontinenceare key to correc diagnosis and effective treatment.This articde wil review the basics of diagnosingand treating the female patient with OAB complaints,and will offer an algorithm for patient care,inchuding a review of when referral to a subspecialist is appropriate. TARGET AUDIENCE This activityis designed to meet the continuing medical education needs of the practicing obstetri-cian,gynecologist,family physician,cinical nurse practitioner,and physician assistant. # ACCREDITATION Omnia Education is accredited by the Accreditation Council for ContinuingMedical Education(ACCME)to provide continuing medical education forphysicians. # CREDITDESIGNATION 0mnia Education designates this educational activty for a maximum of I AMA PRA Category ICredi.Physicians should only claim credit commensurate with the exteat of their participation inthe activity. Release date:November 1,2007 Expirartion date:November 1,2008 # INSTRUCTIONS FOR CME CREDIT After completing this monograph,record your answers to the self-assessment quiz and complete theactivity evaluation on the form provided.Either fax or mail this form according to the form instruc-tions.A score of 70%correct answers is required for credit.Your CME certificate will be sent viaemail If an email address is not provided,your certificate will be sent via mail. # DISCLAIMER Participants have an implied responsibility to use newly acquired information to enhance patientoutcomes and their own professional development.The information presented in this activity is notmeant to serve as aguideline for patient management.Any procedures,medications,orother coursesof diagnosis or treatment discussed or suggested in this activity should not be used by cinicianswithout evaluation of their patients conditions and posible contraindications or dangers in use,review of any applicable manufacturer's product information,and comparison with recommenda-tions of other authorities. The views and opinionsexpressed in this educationalactivity are thoseof the faculty and do not nec-essarily represent the views of Omnia Education,Contemporury OB/GYNor Esprit Pharma,Inc.Please refer to the ofical prescribing informaion for each product for discussion of approved indi-cations,contraindications,and warnings. # OVERACTIVE BLADDER(OAB)SYNDROME: B RID G IN G THE CLINICAL GAP NOVEMBER 2007 EDUCATIONALOBJECTIVES Afercompleting this activity the participant should bebetter able to: ·Discuss the epidemiology and pathophysiology of OAB to provide an overview of the prevalenceand mechanisms that govern this cdini

FAQs

What practice gap does the document highlight regarding OAB management?

It identifies a serious gap between clinicians' desire and ability to effectively diagnose and treat OAB and urinary incontinence, affecting health care and quality of life.

Why are clinicians sometimes unable to assess patients with suspected OAB?

Common reasons include lack of general knowledge, absence of appropriate assessment tools, difficulty distinguishing incontinence types, and confusion about medication options and drug selection.

What learning objectives are defined for participants after completing the activity?

Participants should better discuss OAB epidemiology and pathophysiology, appraise diagnostic tools and the diagnostic algorithm for treatment, and counsel patients with complicated histories or refractory OAB with appropriate alternatives.

Sep 29, 2026

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