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Bladder-wall-thickness ultrasound scan in the investigation of LUTS in women: challenges and limitations

Authors: S. Rachaneni, M. Balogun, P. Latthe

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Issue 5/2013

Abstract

Bladder-wall-thickness (BWT) ultrasound assessment in lower urinary tract conditions has been studied extensively for the last 30 years. There is some evidence that it may have diagnostic utility in detrusor overactivity (DO). The cutoff value for BWT for diagnosing DO is still a matter of debate, with different studies using different values. Transvaginal scanning is the most accurate route of measuring BWT, with excellent interobserver variation and reproducibility. There is still ongoing evaluation of bladder ultrasound and its place in the investigation of overactive bladder symptoms.

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Title: Bladder-wall-thickness ultrasound scan in the investigation of LUTS in women: challenges and limitations
Authors: S. Rachaneni
M. Balogun
P. Latthe
Publication date: 01-05-2013
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal / Issue 5/2013
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-013-2048-4

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