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A urodynamics protocol to optimally assess men with post-prostatectomy incontinence.

Chad Huckabay1, Christian Twiss, Aaron Berger

  • 1Department of Urology, New York University School of Medicine, New York, New York 10016, USA.

Neurourology and Urodynamics
|October 7, 2005
PubMed
Summary

A new urodynamic protocol effectively assesses post-prostatectomy incontinence (PPI) by evaluating bladder and sphincter function. This method helps identify detrusor overactivity and urodynamic stress incontinence in men after prostate surgery.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Urodynamics
  • Pelvic Floor Dysfunction

Background:

  • Post-prostatectomy incontinence (PPI) is a common complication following radical prostatectomy.
  • Comprehensive urodynamic assessment is crucial for understanding the multifactorial causes of PPI.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To introduce and validate a standardized video urodynamics protocol for evaluating post-prostatectomy incontinence.
  • To comprehensively assess bladder and sphincter dysfunction and outlet obstruction in men with PPI.

Main Methods:

  • A prospective study involving 60 men with PPI after radical prostatectomy.
  • Standardized video urodynamics including cystometry, abdominal leak point pressure (ALPP), and pressure-flow studies.
  • International Continence Society nomogram, fluoroscopic voiding cystourethrography, and free Qmax for obstruction assessment.

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Main Results:

  • 40% of men exhibited detrusor overactivity, with 13% experiencing detrusor overactivity incontinence.
  • All men had urodynamic stress incontinence; 35% showed it only after catheter removal.
  • Significantly different ALPP values were observed based on catheter presence (P=0.002), with higher ALPP in those leaking without a catheter (P<0.001).

Conclusions:

  • The proposed urodynamic protocol provides an optimal assessment of bladder and sphincter dysfunction in men with PPI.
  • This protocol aids in differentiating causes of incontinence and identifying outlet obstruction.