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[Urine retention-From the symptom to the structure].
A Wiedemann1, H J Heppner2,3
1Urologische Abteilung, Evangelisches Krankenhaus Witten gGmbH, Pferdebachstr. 27, 58455, Witten, Deutschland. awiedemann@evk-witten.de.
Urologie (Heidelberg, Germany)
|October 25, 2023
Summary
Urinary retention, the inability to urinate, can be acute or chronic. This article outlines diagnostic and treatment strategies, including catheterization, to manage this condition effectively.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Medical Diagnostics
Context:
- Urinary retention is a common clinical condition.
- It can stem from subvesical obstruction or bladder atony.
- Differentiating between acute and chronic forms is crucial for management.
Purpose:
- To differentiate between acute and chronic urinary retention.
- To outline emergency and definitive treatment pathways.
- To present structured decision trees for managing urinary retention.
Summary:
- Urinary retention is defined as the inability to urinate.
- Causes include subvesical obstruction and bladder atony.
- Management involves initial catheterization and determining if the condition is acute or chronic for definitive treatment.
Impact:
- Provides a structured approach to diagnosing and managing urinary retention.
- Aids clinicians in selecting appropriate treatment strategies.
- Improves patient outcomes through timely and accurate intervention.
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