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Urodynamics

Urodynamic studies (UDS) test how well the bladder, sphincters, and urethra hold and release urine. These tests can show how well the bladder works and why there could be leaks or blockages.

Archived from the 2024 edition

Overview

There are many types of urodynamic tests. A health care provider may recommend one or more based on your symptoms, but they are typically performed together as one test.

These tests, which are explained on the following pages, are all UDS tests:.

In this entry

The archived page carried these sections, in this order.

  • Why Would I Need Urodynamics?
  • Cystometry
  • Electromyography
  • Urethral Pressure Profile
  • Diagram of the Pelvic Muscles
  • Enlarge
  • Uroflowmetry
  • Voiding Pressure Study
  • After the Procedure
  • More Information

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