In patients who don't resume normal urination after surgery, a simple ultrasound test can accurately diagnose the common problem of postoperative urinary retention (POUR), reports a new study. In ...

Measurement of a certain protein in urine can increase the ability to detect bladder cancer recurrence, with test results available during the patient's visit, according to a study in the January 18 ...

There are several urodynamic tests a doctor may recommend. You may need multiple tests for a full diagnosis. Urodynamic tests see how well your urinary tract, especially your bladder, urethra, and ...

There is currently a need for a reliable, noninvasive method for measuring bladder pressure that could be used to assess bladder outflow obstruction in men with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS).

This briefing describes the regulated use of the technology for the indication specified, in the setting described, and with any other specific equipment referred to. It is the responsibility of ...

Medical professionals use CT scans to help diagnose and stage bladder cancer. While CT scans can provide valuable information, they are not perfect and have certain limitations. However, CT scans may ...

When you pee, not all the urine gets emptied from your bladder. If you have urinary problems, your doctor may need to know how much is left there. A post-void residual urine test can tell them. If the ...

This article was reviewed by Julia Switzer, MD, FACOG. Urinary incontinence is the term for a loss of bladder control. In ...