Urodynamics – Procedure and Indications
Authors:
M. J. Belsante; A. C. Peterson
Authors‘ workplace:
Duke University Medical Center Durham
Published in:
Urol List 2015; 13(2): 35-40
Overview
Urodynamic testing in urology is a term used to describe a wide array of tests that, when used together, can be useful in the evaluation of patients with a range of urologic complaints. Urodynamics consists of a group of individual tests ranging from simple uroflowmetry to complex cystometry, electromyography (EMG), and video urodynamics (fluoroscopy). The goal of urodynamics is to answer specific questions regarding the patient’s ability to store and eliminate urine. Important principles of urodynamics as noted by Nitti are: 1. urodynamics are not diagnostic unless they reproduce the patient’s presenting symptoms; 2. failure to identify an abnormality does not rule out its existence; and 3. not all abnormalities recorded are clinically significant. Elements of good urodynamic practice include a clear indication for the study, precise measurements and documentation, and accurate analysis and reporting of results. The goal of urodynamics is to reproduce symptoms while simultaneously taking objective measurements of bladder physiology. In this article we describe urodynamics procedure and indications.
Key words:
urodynamics, neurogenic bladder, lower urinary tract symptoms
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