Jove
Visualize
Contact Us
JoVE
x logofacebook logolinkedin logoyoutube logo
ABOUT JoVE
OverviewLeadershipBlogJoVE Help Center
AUTHORS
Publishing ProcessEditorial BoardScope & PoliciesPeer ReviewFAQSubmit
LIBRARIANS
TestimonialsSubscriptionsAccessResourcesLibrary Advisory BoardFAQ
RESEARCH
JoVE JournalMethods CollectionsJoVE Encyclopedia of ExperimentsArchive
EDUCATION
JoVE CoreJoVE BusinessJoVE Science EducationJoVE Lab ManualFaculty Resource CenterFaculty Site
Terms & Conditions of Use
Privacy Policy
Policies

Related Concept Videos

The Micturition Reflex01:26

The Micturition Reflex

2.0K
Urination, or micturition involves the coordination of the bladder's detrusor muscle and two sphincters to ensure controlled bladder emptying.
The process begins with bladder filling, where the bladder wall stretches as urine accumulates. This stretching activates the urine storage reflex, mediated by the sacral spinal segments and the pontine storage center. Efferent sympathetic impulses stimulate the detrusor muscle to relax and the internal urethral sphincter to contract, facilitating...
2.0K
Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System II: Inspection and Palpation01:26

Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System II: Inspection and Palpation

544
The nursing assessment of the genitourinary (GU) system involves a systematic inspection and palpation to identify abnormalities in the kidneys, bladder, and surrounding structures.InspectionMouth: Inspect for signs of kidney dysfunction, such as stomatitis (inflammation of the mouth) and ammonia breath, which may occur in advanced kidney disease due to the buildup of urea, breaking down into ammonia.Skin: Check for pallor, which could indicate anemia caused by kidney disease. Look for...
544
Urinary Tract Calculi V: Nursing Management01:28

Urinary Tract Calculi V: Nursing Management

174
AssessmentSubjective Data: Obtain a detailed health history, including any recent or chronic urinary tract infections, periods of immobilization, previous episodes of renal calculi, and medical conditions such as gout, benign prostatic hyperplasia, or hyperparathyroidism. Review the medication history for drugs that may influence stone formation, including allopurinol, analgesics, loop diuretics, or thiazide diuretics. Document the use of long-term indwelling catheters and any past surgical...
174
Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System I: Health History01:21

Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System I: Health History

258
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,...
258
Urinary Tract Infection IV: Nursing Management01:17

Urinary Tract Infection IV: Nursing Management

276
In managing urinary tract infections (UTIs) in nursing, a comprehensive assessment is essential. Begin by gathering subjective data, such as the patient’s complaints of dysuria (painful urination), urinary frequency, urgency, suprapubic pain, and any lower abdominal discomfort. This information can be complemented by questions regarding previous UTIs, sexual activity, and personal hygiene practices, which can provide insight into risk factors. Objective assessment should focus on signs...
276
Urinary Tract Calculi II: Pathophysiology and Clinical Manifestations01:26

Urinary Tract Calculi II: Pathophysiology and Clinical Manifestations

266
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...
266

You might also read

Related Articles

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

Sort by
Same author

A systematic review of the management of acute limb ischemia in children.

Journal of vascular surgery·2026
Same author

Automatic versus manual control of oxygen and neonatal clinical outcomes in extremely preterm infants: a multicentre, parallel-group, randomised, controlled, superiority trial.

The Lancet. Child & adolescent health·2026
Same author

Two-year outcomes after early postnatal high-dose fat-soluble enteral vitamin A supplementation in extremely low birth weight infants: follow-up of the NeoVitaA randomized controlled trial.

EClinicalMedicine·2025
Same author

Corrigendum to "Two-year outcomes after early postnatal high-dose fat-soluble enteral vitamin A supplementation in extremely low birth weight infants: follow-up of the NeoVitaA randomized controlled trial".

EClinicalMedicine·2025
Same author

Zeitschrift fur Geburtshilfe und Neonatologie·2025
Same author

Pharmacokinetic and Pharmacodynamic Modeling of Clonidine and Midazolam for Sedation in Pediatric Intensive Care.

Paediatric anaesthesia·2025

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Dec 9, 2025

Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography
03:19

Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography

Published on: June 21, 2024

1.8K

Acute urinary retention in children.

Ana-Marija Schmidt1, Karin Hirsch2, Michael Schroth3

  • 1Department of Pediatric Surgery and Pediatric Urology, Cnopfsche Kinderklinik, St. Johannis-Mühlgasse 19, 90419, Nürnberg, Germany.

Journal of Pediatric Urology
|September 9, 2020
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Acute urinary retention (AUR) in children is rare, with functional disorders like balanoposthitis and constipation being common causes. Early diagnosis is crucial, especially in infants, to rule out serious conditions like tumors.

Keywords:
Acute urinary retentionBalanoposthitisFecal impactionFunctional disordersUrinary tract infection

More Related Videos

An Immature Murine Model of Reversible Unilateral Ureteral Obstruction
06:37

An Immature Murine Model of Reversible Unilateral Ureteral Obstruction

Published on: April 4, 2025

613
Assessing Urinary Tract Junction Obstruction Defects by Methylene Blue Dye Injection
06:05

Assessing Urinary Tract Junction Obstruction Defects by Methylene Blue Dye Injection

Published on: October 12, 2017

16.0K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Dec 9, 2025

Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography
03:19

Author Spotlight: Developing a Bedside Protocol for Kidney and Genitourinary Ultrasonography

Published on: June 21, 2024

1.8K
An Immature Murine Model of Reversible Unilateral Ureteral Obstruction
06:37

An Immature Murine Model of Reversible Unilateral Ureteral Obstruction

Published on: April 4, 2025

613
Assessing Urinary Tract Junction Obstruction Defects by Methylene Blue Dye Injection
06:05

Assessing Urinary Tract Junction Obstruction Defects by Methylene Blue Dye Injection

Published on: October 12, 2017

16.0K

Area of Science:

  • Pediatric Urology
  • Emergency Medicine
  • Clinical Pediatrics

Background:

  • Acute urinary retention (AUR) is a common emergency in adults, particularly older males.
  • AUR is a rare condition in children with limited research on its causes.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the causes, age, and sex distribution of acute urinary retention in pediatric patients.
  • To analyze treatment approaches for pediatric AUR.

Main Methods:

  • Retrospective analysis of pediatric patients admitted with AUR between 2005 and 2019.
  • Exclusion of newborns and patients with postoperative retention.

Main Results:

  • 97 children (0.5-18.3 years) were included; a peak incidence occurred around age 3.
  • Common causes included balanoposthitis (15.5%), constipation (15.5%), and trauma (11.4%).
  • Malignant tumors were identified in 50% of AUR cases under 1 year old.

Conclusions:

  • Pediatric AUR has a heterogeneous etiology, with a higher prevalence of functional disorders than previously reported.
  • While many cases have mild causes, serious conditions like tumors must be excluded, especially in infants.
  • Non-catheterization relief methods are recommended for mild cases to minimize patient distress.