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

Urinary Tract Calculi II: Pathophysiology and Clinical Manifestations01:26

Urinary Tract Calculi II: Pathophysiology and Clinical Manifestations

43
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...
43
Anatomy of the Genitourinary System II: Bladder and Urethra01:19

Anatomy of the Genitourinary System II: Bladder and Urethra

218
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...
218
Urinary Bladder01:23

Urinary Bladder

1.6K
The urinary bladder is a hollow, muscular sac that temporarily stores urine before it is expelled from the body. It can hold approximately 600 mL of urine prior to micturition. The bladder is retroperitoneal and located behind the pubic symphysis in the pelvic floor.
In males, the bladder is situated in front of the rectum, while in females, it is positioned anterior to the vagina and uterus. The bladder floor contains an inverted triangular area called the trigone, defined by the two ureteric...
1.6K
Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System II: Inspection and Palpation01:26

Nursing Assessment of the Genitourinary System II: Inspection and Palpation

245
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...
245
Acute Pyelonephritis II: Diagnostic Studies and Management01:28

Acute Pyelonephritis II: Diagnostic Studies and Management

48
Introduction:For diagnosing acute pyelonephritis, a comprehensive patient history is collected to identify symptoms such as dysuria, frequent or urgent urination, flank pain, or costovertebral angle (CVA) tenderness that may suggest a kidney infection.Physical ExaminationDuring the physical examination, CVA tenderness is assessed. This involves gentle percussion over the costovertebral angle, where tenderness often indicates a kidney infection.Diagnostic TestsUrinalysis: Used to identify white...
48
Disorders of the Urinary System01:20

Disorders of the Urinary System

504
The urinary system is responsible for eliminating waste and excess fluids from the body. However, disorders of the urinary system can arise due to various reasons like infections, stress, age, congenital abnormalities, and lifestyle.
Urinary tract infections (UTIs) are one of the most common urinary system disorders. They are caused by bacteria that enter the urethra and can spread to the bladder resulting in cystitis. Pyelonephritis is the result of a UTI that has ascended to the level of the...
504

You might also read

Related Articles

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

Sort by
Same author

Fascial Mild Urethral Sling or Artificial Urinary Sphincter in the Neurological Women Population, a Multicenter Study.

Neurourology and urodynamics·2026
Same author

Prospective registry for patients undergoing artificial urinary sphincter surgery for female stress urinary incontinence due to intrinsic sphincter deficiency: Study protocol.

The French journal of urology·2026
Same author

Comparative 30-day life cycle assessment of bladder drainage strategies.

BJU international·2026
Same author

Correction: Ureteral stricture: current treatment algorithm and key surgical principles in the robotic upper urinary tract reconstruction era.

World journal of urology·2026
Same author

Prostatic diseases in transgender women: A systematic review of diagnosis, risk, and management.

International journal of transgender health·2026
Same author

Periurethral injection of Bulkamid® for neurogenic vs. non-neurogenic female patients with stress urinary incontinence.

The French journal of urology·2026
Same journal

[Prolonged fever].

La Revue du praticien·2026
Same journal

[Lower gastrointestinal bleeding].

La Revue du praticien·2026
Same journal

[Management of antiplatelet agents and oral anticoagulants in cases of gastrointestinal bleeding].

La Revue du praticien·2026
Same journal

[A history of child abuse intervention in the West].

La Revue du praticien·2026
Same journal

[Agranulocytose médicamenteuse].

La Revue du praticien·2026
Same journal

[Patient education in heart failure].

La Revue du praticien·2026
See all related articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Sep 18, 2025

Urinary Bladder Distention Evoked Visceromotor Responses as a Model for Bladder Pain in Mice
11:46

Urinary Bladder Distention Evoked Visceromotor Responses as a Model for Bladder Pain in Mice

Published on: April 27, 2014

17.9K

[Bladder pain syndrome].

Shahed Borojeni1, Benoit Peyronnet2

  • 1Chirurgien urologue, hôpital Paris Saint-Joseph et clinique Saint Jean de Dieu, Paris, France.

La Revue Du Praticien
|June 23, 2025
PubMed
Summary
This summary is machine-generated.

Bladder pain syndrome (BPS) is chronic bladder discomfort without organic pathology, affecting women more often. Management is multidisciplinary, with treatments tailored to BPS phenotypes for better outcomes.

Keywords:
Pelvic Pain

More Related Videos

Assessment of Perigenital Sensitivity and Prostatic Mast Cell Activation in a Mouse Model of Neonatal Maternal Separation
09:49

Assessment of Perigenital Sensitivity and Prostatic Mast Cell Activation in a Mouse Model of Neonatal Maternal Separation

Published on: August 13, 2015

9.4K
Demonstration of Cutaneous Allodynia in Association with Chronic Pelvic Pain
06:44

Demonstration of Cutaneous Allodynia in Association with Chronic Pelvic Pain

Published on: June 23, 2009

19.8K

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Sep 18, 2025

Urinary Bladder Distention Evoked Visceromotor Responses as a Model for Bladder Pain in Mice
11:46

Urinary Bladder Distention Evoked Visceromotor Responses as a Model for Bladder Pain in Mice

Published on: April 27, 2014

17.9K
Assessment of Perigenital Sensitivity and Prostatic Mast Cell Activation in a Mouse Model of Neonatal Maternal Separation
09:49

Assessment of Perigenital Sensitivity and Prostatic Mast Cell Activation in a Mouse Model of Neonatal Maternal Separation

Published on: August 13, 2015

9.4K
Demonstration of Cutaneous Allodynia in Association with Chronic Pelvic Pain
06:44

Demonstration of Cutaneous Allodynia in Association with Chronic Pelvic Pain

Published on: June 23, 2009

19.8K

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Pain Management
  • Gynecology

Background:

  • Bladder pain syndrome (BPS) is defined as chronic bladder pain and discomfort.
  • It is associated with urinary symptoms like increased frequency or urgency.
  • BPS occurs in the absence of identifiable organic pathology.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To define bladder pain syndrome (BPS).
  • To outline diagnostic methods for BPS.
  • To discuss current and future management strategies for BPS.

Main Methods:

  • Clinical assessment including voiding schedules and quality of life questionnaires.
  • Cystoscopy under anesthesia to rule out bladder tumors and differentiate BPS phenotypes.
  • Histological and endoscopic examination for parietal lesions like Hunner's ulcerations.

Main Results:

  • BPS is clinically assessed and diagnosed.
  • Cystoscopy differentiates BPS into hypersensitive bladder or interstitial cystitis with lesions.
  • Pathophysiology involves inflammation, autoimmunity, urothelial dysfunction, and sensitization.

Conclusions:

  • BPS management requires a multidisciplinary approach.
  • First-line treatments include cystoscopy with hydrodistension, amitriptyline, physiotherapy, diet, and TENS.
  • Understanding BPS mechanisms will enable individualized, phenotype-specific treatments.