Safety of Sacral Neuromodulator in Pregnancy ? A Case Report

Fowler's syndrome described as a disorder that consists of chronic urinary retention and abnormal electromyography (EMG) activity in the absence of any structural pathology. Among females the prevalence of Fowler's syndrome is rare. One of the treatment options for Fowler's syndrome is using Sacral Neuromodulator device that can restore voiding. Most physicians advise the pregnant women to turn off the device during their pregnancy and labor to keep the mother and infant health. However, our case went against medical advice and kept the device on based on her request and responsibility. Unexpectedly the pregnancy was uneventful, healthy term infant was born and without complication. All labs were within normal range, and no abnormality showed in the imaging. In conclusion, using Sacral Neuromodulator device during pregnancy and labor may be safe in some cases, but it requires continuous follow-up.