This book provides a detailed review of neurogenic pelvic dysfunctions following a suprapontine
lesion since a clear understanding of the pathogenesis of vesical and bowel dysfunctions has
become increasingly important in medical education. It covers both urinary incontinence and
retention constipation and faecal incontinence resulting from ischemic haemorrhagic and
traumatic brain injury and Parkinson's disease. It also offers a concise yet comprehensive
summary of the neurologic examination of the pelvis: all chapters include the most up-to-date
scientific and clinical information with the relevant level of clinical evidence. The book is
divided into three sections which integrate basic science with clinical medicine. The first
section features a general introduction and essential background into micturition and bowel
neural control focusing on cortical control. Section 2 is devoted to common clinical problems
regarding the neurologic assessment of the perineum while the last section summarises
urological and bowel dysfunction in suprapontine lesions. Providing a clear concise and
informative introduction to urology it is a practical guide for professionals medical
students and residents in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation Urology and Neurology.
