ArticleNeurourology and urodynamics2023
Development of a patient-centered text message-based platform for the self-management of interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome symptoms.
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- Urologic Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome Flares: A Comprehensive, Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis of the Peer-Reviewed Flare Literature.The Journal of urology · 2024Pooled it
- Pathophysiology and potential multimodal therapeutic strategies for IC/BPS.Nature reviews. Urology · 2025Review
- Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Men's Health Clinic Efficiency and Clinic Billing.Current urology reports · 2024Review
- Don't Forget the Humble Text Message: 25 Years of Text Messaging in Health.Journal of medical Internet research · 2024Review
- Implications of using conversational robots (chatbots) in uro-oncology A patient and physician perspective.Canadian Urological Association journal = Journal de l'Association des urologues du Canada · 2024Review
- Telehealth and Virtual Reality Technologies in Chronic Pain Management: A Narrative Review.Current pain and headache reports · 2024Review
- Potential of AI-Driven Chatbots in Urology: Revolutionizing Patient Care Through Artificial Intelligence.Current urology reports · 2024Review
- A new text message-based platform for self-management of patients with IC/BPS.Nature reviews. Urology · 2023Article
- A Bibliometric Analysis of Urologic Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome From 2000 to 2022.Journal of pain research · 2023Article
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Abstract
objectiveTo develop a patient-centered text message-based platform that promotes self-management of symptoms of interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS).
methodsAdult women with IC/BPS interested in initiating a first- or second-line treatments per American Urological Association guidelines (recategorized as "behavioral/non-pharmacologic treatments" and "oral medicines" in the 2022 version) participated in rapid cycle innovation consisting of iterative cycles of contextual inquiry, prototype design and development. We delivered treatment modules and supportive messages using an algorithm-driven interactive messaging prototype through a HIPAA-compliant texting platform. Patients provided feedback through narrative text messages and an exit interview. Feedback was analyzed qualitatively and used to iteratively revise the platform until engagement ≥ 85% and accuracy ≥ 80% were achieved. The final version consisted of four treatment module categories (patient education and behavioral modification, cognitive behavioral therapy, pelvic floor physical therapy, and guided mindfulness practices) and supportive messages delivered through an automated algorithm over 6 weeks.
resultsThirty IC/BPS patients with moderate symptom bother (median IC Problem Index score 9, range 6-12) participated in five cycles of contextual inquiry. Qualitative analysis identified three overarching concepts that informed the development of the platform: preference for patient centered terms, desire to gain self-efficacy in managing symptoms, and need for provider support. Patients preferred the term "interstitial cystitis" to "bladder pain syndrome" which carried the stigma of chronic pain. Patients reported greater self-efficacy in managing symptoms through improved access to mind-body and behavioral treatment modules that helped them to gain insight into their motivations and behaviors. The concept of provider support was informed by shared decision making (patients could choose preferred treatment modules) and reduced sense of isolation (weekly check in messages to check on symptom bother).
conclusionA patient centered text message-based platform may be clinically useful in the self-management of IC/BPS symptoms.
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