Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Disorders of the Male Reproductive System

Disorders of the Male Reproductive System

Men's health issues are increasingly recognized as significant, with several conditions posing common threats. Among these, testicular cancer is especially prevalent in younger men, particularly those aged 20 to 35 years. The disease often manifests as a painless mass in the testicles, sometimes accompanied by a sensation of heaviness or a dull ache.
Prostate disorders are another major concern. These conditions can impair urinary flow due to the prostate's location around the urethra. Symptoms...

Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System I: Health History

Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System I: Health History

The genitourinary system is critical to maintaining fluid balance, waste elimination, and reproductive function. Nurses play a vital role in assessing this system, beginning with a thorough health history. This process involves gathering patient information, identifying risk factors, and recognizing symptoms of genitourinary disorders. Early detection is vital for timely interventions and management.1. Gathering Patient InformationA complete health history includes the patient’s personal,...

Anatomy of the Genitourinary System II: Bladder and Urethra

Anatomy of the Genitourinary System II: Bladder and Urethra

The lower urinary system consists of the urinary bladder and urethra, which are essential in storing and expelling urine from the body. Together with the internal and external sphincters, these structures work together to regulate urination effectively.Anatomy of the BladderThe urinary bladder is a muscular, stretchable organ behind the pubic bone and in front of the rectum. In females, the bladder is positioned anterior to the vagina and inferior to the uterus, while in males, it is located...

Urinary Tract Calculi II: Pathophysiology and Clinical Manifestations

Urinary Tract Calculi II: Pathophysiology and Clinical Manifestations

Renal calculi, commonly termed kidney stones, are crystalline solid masses that form in the kidneys but can occur at any point within the urinary system, encompassing the kidneys, ureters, bladder, and urethra.The pathophysiology of renal stones involves several key factors: supersaturation of the urine with stone-forming constituents, changes in urine pH, a decrease in urine volume, and the presence of substances that promote or inhibit stone formation.Supersaturation of Urine: This is the...

Microbiota of the Urogenital Tract

Microbiota of the Urogenital Tract

The human urogenital system, once thought to be sterile in healthy individuals, is now recognized as a complex microbial habitat. Advancements in molecular sequencing techniques have revealed that even in healthy adults, the kidneys and bladder harbor microbial populations similar to those found in the distal urethra, albeit in much lower abundance. These resident microorganisms, while generally innocuous, can become opportunistic pathogens under conditions that alter the urogenital...

Urodynamic Studies: Uroflowmetry

Urodynamic Studies: Uroflowmetry

Uroflowmetry is a non-invasive urodynamic test designed to measure various aspects of urination, including volume, flow rate, and the time to void. This test is crucial for diagnosing and assessing conditions such as bladder outlet obstruction, bladder dysfunction, incomplete bladder emptying, incontinence, and urinary tract blockages caused by benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) and urethral strictures.Pre-Test Instructions:Before a uroflowmetry test, patients are typically advised to drink...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Assessing the Feasibility of Penile Transplantation Preparation via Proximal Artery Dissection: Insights from a Cadaveric Study.

The French journal of urology·2025

Same author

Isolated continent cystostomy on neurologic native bladder: Functional results.

The French journal of urology·2024

Same author

Erectile function preservation after radiotherapy using a dose-optimization approach on sexual structures for localized prostate cancer.

Cancer radiotherapie : journal de la Societe francaise de radiotherapie oncologique·2024

Same author

How neurourology has developed in France since 54 years: description of the "Groupe d'Etudes de Neurourologie de Langue Française" (G.E.N.U.L.F.) or the French Speaking Working Group on Neuro-Urology (FSWGNU).

World journal of urology·2023

Same author

[Early detection of prostate cancer: Towards a new paradigm?]

Progres en urologie : journal de l'Association francaise d'urologie et de la Societe francaise d'urologie·2023

Same author

Ambulatory peri-bulbar implantation, revision and replacement of Artificial Urinary Sphincter in neurogenic and non-neurogenic male patients: A preliminary feasibility study over a one-year experience.

Progres en urologie : journal de l'Association francaise d'urologie et de la Societe francaise d'urologie·2023

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jul 13, 2026

Ultrasonography of the Adult Male Urinary Tract for Urinary Functional Testing

Ultrasonography of the Adult Male Urinary Tract for Urinary Functional Testing

Published on: August 14, 2019

[Benign prostatic hyperplasia and neurourology].

E Chartier-Kastler¹, P Mozer, N Ayoub

¹Service d'urologie, GH Pitié Salpétrière, Université Paris VI, France. emmanuel.chartier-kastler@psl.aphp.fr

Progres En Urologie : Journal De L'Association Francaise D'Urologie Et De La Societe Francaise D'Urologie

|July 12, 2007

Summary

Managing benign prostatic hyperplasia in neurogenic bladder patients requires careful consideration of voiding history. Diagnosis can be challenging, sometimes necessitating temporary prostatic stenting for confirmation.

More Related Videos

Surgical Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).

Surgical Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).

Published on: March 6, 2018

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jul 13, 2026

Ultrasonography of the Adult Male Urinary Tract for Urinary Functional Testing

Ultrasonography of the Adult Male Urinary Tract for Urinary Functional Testing

Published on: August 14, 2019

Surgical Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).

Surgical Treatment for Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia: Holmium Laser Enucleation of the Prostate (HoLEP).

Published on: March 6, 2018

Area of Science:

Urology
Neurology

Context:

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) management differs in non-neurological versus neurogenic bladder patients.
Neurogenic bladder complicates BPH treatment decisions, requiring cautious approaches.

Purpose:

To highlight the complexities of diagnosing and managing benign prostatic hyperplasia in patients with neurogenic bladder.
To emphasize the need for careful evaluation of voiding history and potential diagnostic interventions.

Summary:

Benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) in neurogenic bladder patients demands cautious management, considering prior voiding patterns.
Detrusor-sphincter dyssynergia in elderly men with neurological disease suggests prostatic obstruction.
Diagnostic challenges may require temporary prostatic stenting, especially in spinal cord injury, stroke, aging, and diabetic patients.

Impact:

Informs clinical practice for managing complex BPH cases in neurogenic bladder patients.
Improves diagnostic strategies for suspected prostatic obstruction in neurological conditions.
Enhances patient care by tailoring BPH treatment to specific neurogenic bladder etiologies.