“I had the opportunity to get the Bulkamid shot. So very glad I did. If you have any bladder leakage at all, please check into getting it. Thanks to all the staff at the clinic.”
- Cheryl, Heartland Women’s Healthcare Patient
If you leak urine when you exercise, sneeze or cough, you may be experiencing stress urinary incontinence (SUI). This common condition can be easily treated with a highly effective, non-surgical procedure, using a urethral bulking agent called Bulkamid.
92% of women treated with Bulkamid for bladder leakage reported being cured or improved after one year following treatment, and two-thirds of women were dry. It is clinically proven to last for up to seven years, providing long-term relief.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bulkamid?
Bulkamid is a water-based, polyacrylic gel that remains in the body for up to seven years without causing reactions in the surrounding tissue. It works by providing additional support to the wall of the urethra (the tube that carries urine out of your bladder), preventing urine from leaking out during normal activities.
What is Involved in the Bulkamid Procedure?
Bulkamid is administered through a series of 3-4 small injections that take around 10-15 minutes under local anesthetic. No invasive surgery is required. The procedure is performed in the hospital so that patients can have a more relaxed experience with anesthesia, but no hospital stay is needed.
How Long Will It Take to Recover?
Because there is no surgery required, recovery time is minimal, and risks of complications are much lower. You can usually resume normal activities within 24 hours.
Who Can Have Bulkamid Treatment?
Any woman who involuntarily leaks urine during activities that increase pressure on abdomen, like laughing, coughing or being physically active (a common condition called stress urinary incontinence), is a candidate for this procedure. There is no age restriction and it does not prevent you from pursuing future procedures.
Is the Bulkamid Procedure Covered by Insurance?
Most insurance plans cover this procedure. Please contact yours to determine eligibility or discuss with your provider.
How do I Schedule this Procedure?
You should visit with a provider qualified to perform this procedure for a consultation and in-office testing to ensure there are no other issues that are causing your bladder leakage. If you are a good candidate, the procedure can typically be performed within the following two weeks.
