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01-03-2012 | Review Article

Normal urodynamic parameters in women

Part II—invasive urodynamics

Authors: Wally Mahfouz, Tala Al Afraa, Lysanne Campeau, Jacques Corcos

Published in: International Urogynecology Journal | Issue 3/2012

Abstract

Introduction and hypothesis

This literature review, providing reference ranges of normal variability in urodynamic parameters, is the second part of a two-part article. The first part addresses non-invasive urodynamics (UDS), while the second part addresses invasive techniques.

Methods

Data were obtained through MEDLINE from articles published between January 1956 and February 2011, International Continence Society meeting abstracts, and standardization reports. Search terms included cystometry, urethral pressure profilometry, leak point pressure, video UDS, normal volunteer, pressure flow studies, and electromyography.

Results

Normal values varied widely in the literature. However, with the help of clinical data, it was possible to define “normality” ranges for most of the different parameters.

Conclusions

Urodynamic evaluation of lower urinary tract (LUT) function is not a physiological test. However, it is still the best available tool for LUT function assessment. Even if normality in UDS can be defined, tests must always be interpreted against patient characteristics, complaints, and symptoms.

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Title: Normal urodynamic parameters in women
Part II—invasive urodynamics
Authors: Wally Mahfouz
Tala Al Afraa
Lysanne Campeau
Jacques Corcos
Publication date: 01-03-2012
Publisher: Springer-Verlag
Published in: International Urogynecology Journal / Issue 3/2012
Print ISSN: 0937-3462
Electronic ISSN: 1433-3023
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/s00192-011-1585-y

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Normal urodynamic parameters in women

Part II—invasive urodynamics

Abstract

Introduction and hypothesis

Methods

Results

Conclusions

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Abstract

Introduction and hypothesis

Methods

Results

Conclusions

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