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A new portable measuring cup for voided volume.

M Yamada1, K Tanaka, O Yamaguchi

  • 1Pharmaceutical Department, Meiji Milk Products, Tokyo, Japan. massashiy@mx5.mesh.ne.jp

International Journal of Urology : Official Journal of the Japanese Urological Association
|July 10, 2001
PubMed
Summary

A new collapsible, portable measuring cup accurately measures daily urine volumes. This device offers a discreet and convenient solution for patients needing to track urine output accurately outside the home.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Medical Devices
  • Patient Monitoring

Background:

  • Accurate daily urine volume measurement is crucial for patient monitoring.
  • Conventional methods using standard cups are inconvenient and embarrassing for patients outside their homes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the accuracy and utility of a newly developed collapsible, portable measuring cup for voided urine volumes.

Main Methods:

  • A visual estimate of urine volume measured with the new cup was compared to the actual volume.
  • The study assessed the accuracy of the portable measuring cup.

Main Results:

  • The collapsible, portable measuring cup demonstrated high accuracy in measuring voided urine volumes.
  • The device was found to be a useful tool for patients requiring urine volume monitoring.

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Conclusions:

  • The developed collapsible, portable measuring cup is an accurate and practical solution for patients needing to record daily urine volumes.
  • This innovation enhances patient convenience and adherence to monitoring protocols.