
Author: Dr. Thomas R. Blake, MD
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What Is Pre-Micturition Delay and Why Is It Measured?
Introduction Urinary function is often something we take for granted – until it’s disrupted. Most people don’t consciously think about the intricate processes involved in…
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How BMI Can Influence Flow Curve Interpretation
Introduction Flow curve interpretation is a cornerstone in assessing cardiovascular health, particularly within cardiac catheterization laboratories. These curves visually represent the pressure gradient across a…
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Are There Sex-Specific Differences in Flow Patterns?
Are There Sex-Specific Differences in Flow Patterns? The concept of ‘flow’ – that state of complete absorption and energized focus in an activity – has…
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What to Know About Flow Time Consistency Across Multiple Tests
Flow time, in its simplest definition within software testing, refers to the amount of time it takes for a piece of work – a bug…
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Why Uroflowmetry Should Be Repeated in Asymptomatic Patients
Uroflowmetry is a relatively simple yet powerful diagnostic tool used in urology to assess lower urinary tract function. Traditionally, it’s employed when patients present with…
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Can You Detect Functional Outlet Obstruction With Flowmetry Alone?
The assessment of cardiac output and hemodynamic status is central to patient care in critical illness, cardiology, and even many surgical settings. Traditional methods, like…
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Is Uroflowmetry Reliable for Detecting Bladder Neck Contracture?
Uroflowmetry is a common diagnostic tool used in urology to assess lower urinary tract function. It’s often one of the first tests ordered when someone…
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How to Recognize a Bell-Shaped Flow Curve
Understanding patterns is fundamental to how we navigate the world. From predicting weather based on cloud formations to anticipating market trends by observing consumer behavior,…
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Why Some Flow Curves Show Multiple Peaks
Flow curves, ubiquitous in materials science and rheology, visually represent the relationship between shear stress and shear rate for a given material. They’re fundamental tools…
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Can You Perform Uroflowmetry During Telehealth Supervision?
Uroflowmetry is a relatively simple diagnostic test used to evaluate urinary function, specifically measuring the rate and pattern of urine flow during voiding. It’s a…