Revi: A new tool for bladder control

While men often deal with benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), or an enlarged prostate, women aren’t off the hook either. Age, menopause and the journey of pregnancy and childbirth can really take a toll on our bodies, especially our bladders. Fortunately, solutions are available for the 17 million women experiencing urgent bladder leaks, also known as Urge Urinary Incontinence (UUI). 

This transformative new treatment is a long-term solution designed to help calm and control bladder symptoms. The technology features a miniature device, the size of a paper clip, implanted near the ankle. It uses the body’s nerves to send signals to the bladder, helping to manage symptoms. 

“It’s truly a breakthrough for those who suffer with bladder control,” says Melanie Santos, M.D., a urogynecologist at St. Jude Medical Center. “Revi is a device that allows you to adjust your treatment and choose a therapy that works best for you.”

Once implanted under the skin through a minor incision, doctors can adjust the implant’s
settings to tailor its effectiveness in reducing uncomfortable bladder urges. A recent study found the device to be impressively 79 percent effective, with a 97 percent satisfaction rate.

For more information about Revi or to make an appointment, please call St. Jude Heritage Medical Group at 714-992-5350. To find a physician who is right for you, go to providence.org/findadoctor.