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| Topic: |
kidney and urologic diseases (ku) |
| Title: |
Bladder Outflow Obstruction. |
| Author: |
Shah, J. |
| Source: |
IN: Dawson, C.; Whitfield, H.N., eds. ABC of Urology. Williston, VT: Blackwell Publishing Inc. 2006. pp. 6-9. |
| Availability: |
Available from Blackwell Publishing Inc. P.O.Box 20, Williston, VT 05495. Phone: 1-800-216-2522. Email: orders@aidcvt.com. Website: http://www.blackwellpublishing.com. Price: $31.95. |
| Abstract: |
Bladder outflow obstruction is most commonly the result of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH). This chapter on bladder outflow obstruction is from an atlas of basic urologic problems that is designed to help general practitioners address the ever-increasing number of patients presenting to their offices with urological problems. In this chapter, the author focuses on bladder outflow obstruction that is secondary to BPH. Topics include the patient history, examination, and investigations, which culminate in diagnosis; and treatment, which can include watchful waiting, drug therapy, and surgical intervention. The author concludes that transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP) remains the gold standard treatment for bladder outflow obstruction as a result of BPH. Other, more minimally invasive techniques, still need to be compared with TURP through research studies to provide better data on durability, cost-effectiveness, and long-term benefits. Two final brief sections consider urethral stricture and bladder neck dysfunction as other potential causes of bladder outflow obstruction. The chapter features a few pages of text, summaries of information in charts and tables, and full-color photographs and illustrations. 4 figures. 6 tables. |
| Format: |
Book Chapter |
| Language: |
English. |
| Major Keywords: |
Urologic Diseases. Urology. Diagnosis. Patient Care Management. Obstructive Uropathy. Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia. Symptoms. |
| Minor Keywords: |
Surgical Techniques. Complications. Diagnostic Tests. Urination Disorders. Drug Therapy. Watchful Waiting. Transurethral Resection. |
| Publication Number: |
KUBK11551. |
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