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Urodynamic Testing: Solve Urination Problems

Do you have issues related to the function of the lower urinary tract? Previous diagnostics do not provide a clear answer to the question of what ails you? Urodynamic testing may be your chance for a quick diagnosis.

Purpose of the procedure

Urodynamic testing is a comprehensive examination of the function of the lower urinary tract, aimed at diagnosing and determining the causes of urinary disorders. This test allows for the assessment of the function of the bladder muscles, urethra, and urethral sphincter.

What the procedure entails?

Why urodynamic testing?

Because it allows for the detection of abnormalities in the functioning of the lower urinary tract, including the bladder.

Urodynamic testing allows for the measurement of:

✓ duration of urination
✓ volume of residual urine in the bladder
✓ pressure within the bladder and rectum
✓ sphincter function
✓ tension of the pelvic floor
✓ degree of subvesical obstruction

Indications for the procedure

Urinary incontinence
Difficulty urinating
Frequent urinary tract infections
Neurogenic voiding disorders (Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis, stroke, spinal cord diseases, and spinal nerve damage)
Non-neurogenic voiding disorders

Contraindications

Acute untreated infections of the urinary system or genital organs

Preparation for the procedure

Performing a urine culture
Consultation with a doctor to discuss indications, contraindications, and patient expectations

Procedure process

The patient is placed on a treatment table
A thin probe is inserted through the urethra to measure the pressure in the bladder, and a balloon is inserted into the rectum to measure the pressure in the abdominal cavity
The bladder is filled with fluid to create conditions for the test
During the test, the pressure in the bladder, the force and speed of the urine stream, and the activity of the bladder and urethral muscles are monitored
Urodynamic testing usually takes about an hour
At the end of the test, the patient must urinate into a special device (uroflowmeter)

Complications after the procedure

Pain during urination
Difficulty urinating
Bleeding from the urethra or bladder
Urinary tract infection
Allergic reactions to administered medications

Post-procedure recommendations

Drink plenty of fluids to prevent infections
Take prescribed antibiotics according to your doctor's recommendations

Monitor your health; if fever, increasing pain, or other worrisome symptoms occur, contact your doctor
Schedule a follow-up appointment with your doctor to discuss the test results and possible further treatment

Urodynamic Testing: Solve Urination Problems

Do you have issues related to the function of the lower urinary tract? Previous diagnostics do not provide a clear answer to the question of what ails you? Urodynamic testing may be your chance for a quick diagnosis.

Purpose of the procedure

What the procedure entails?