Predictive Factors for Intermittent Self-catheterization in German and Brazilian Individuals With Spina Bifida and Neurogenic Bladder Dysfunction.

Purpose: Our study aimed to identify predictive factors for the use of intermittent self-catheterization (ISC) in persons with spina bifida (SB) and neurogenic bladder. Cultural effects were evaluated by comparing ISC use in individuals from 2 countries, Germany and Brazil.

Design: Cross-sectional, descriptive study.

Urinary Continence in German and Brazilian Individuals With Spina Bifida: Influence of Intermittent Catheterization.

Purpose: The purpose of this study was to identify the factors associated with acquisition of urinary continence following introduction of intermittent catheterization (IC).

Study Design: Cross-sectional study.

Subjects And Setting: The study sample comprised 104 females and 84 males.

Patients With Spina Bifida and Their Caregivers' Feelings About Intermittent Bladder Catheterization in Brazil and Germany: A Correlational Study.

Unlabelled: A major complication for individuals with spina bifida (SB) is managing their neurogenic bladder. For many, this process evokes negative feelings associated with guilt, dependence, and lack of self-worth.

Purpose: The aim of the study was to compare feelings that hinder the performing of intermittent bladder catheterization reported by individuals with SB and their families in two countries of different sociocultural characteristics: Brazil and Germany.