Efficacy and Reliability of Mobile Uroflowmetry in Patients With Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia Undergoing...

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Medical Technology
• Digital Health

Background:

• Assessing voiding patterns pre- and post-surgery for lower urinary tract symptoms is crucial but burdensome.
• Existing telemedicine methods lack prospective clinical validation for acoustic urinary pattern assessment.

Purpose of the Study:

• To evaluate the accuracy of a mobile app-based uroflowmetry system.
• To compare app-based measurements with traditional in-office uroflowmetry for benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) management.

Main Methods:

• A prospective, multicenter observational pilot study involving 46 BPH patients.
• Patients used the sound-based proudP mobile app for uroflowmetry over at least 4 days pre-treatment and post-transurethral resection of the prostate (TURP).
• Concurrent in-office uroflowmetry measurements were taken, comparing parameters like maximum flow rate (Qmax) and voided volume.

Main Results:

• A statistically significant correlation (P<.05) was found between app-based and in-office uroflowmetry.
• The app accurately reflected improvements in voiding symptoms post-treatment, with significant reductions in International Prostate Symptom Scores (IPSS) and improvements in quality of life.
• High patient satisfaction was reported, with a mean score of 9.5/10.

Conclusions:

• App-based uroflowmetry (proudP) is an accurate and reliable tool for perioperative surveillance in BPH patients undergoing TURP.
• This technology enables personalized, portable monitoring of treatment response and postoperative risks.
• Clinicians can effectively use this app to manage BPH patients and observe treatment outcomes.