
Author: Dr. Thomas R. Blake, MD
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Can Intermittent Catheter Users Undergo Uroflowmetry?
Uroflowmetry is a common diagnostic test used to assess urinary bladder function, providing valuable information about how quickly and completely a patient can empty their…
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How to Compare Flow Rates Over Time for Chronic Monitoring
Chronic monitoring involves the continuous or frequent assessment of physiological data over extended periods, offering valuable insights into disease progression, treatment effectiveness, and overall patient…
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Are There Wearable Devices for Real-Time Uroflowmetry?
Uroflowmetry is a crucial diagnostic tool in urology, traditionally employed to assess urinary function and identify potential obstructions or abnormalities within the urinary tract. For…
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Can Uroflowmetry Detect a Hidden Urethral Valve?
Uroflowmetry is a relatively simple yet powerful diagnostic tool frequently employed in urology to evaluate urinary function. It measures the rate and pattern of urine…
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How to Combine Flowmetry With Post-Void Residual for Accuracy
Understanding Voiding Dysfunction: A Holistic Approach Voiding dysfunction encompasses a spectrum of urinary issues, ranging from difficulty initiating urination to incomplete bladder emptying. Accurate diagnosis…
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Does Uroflowmetry Distinguish Between BOO and Detrusor Failure?
Understanding Voiding Dysfunction: A Complex Puzzle Voiding dysfunction encompasses a wide range of problems affecting urinary flow, from difficulty initiating urination to incomplete bladder emptying.…
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What Are Time-to-Peak Values and Why Are They Measured?
Time is an integral part of our lives, governing everything from daily routines to complex physiological processes within our bodies. We often think of time…
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Can Chronic Prostatitis Affect Uroflowmetry Readings?
Chronic prostatitis, a frequently misunderstood condition, encompasses a spectrum of prostate gland inflammation and associated urinary symptoms. It’s not simply an ‘old man’s disease’; men…
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What to Do if Uroflowmetry Is Inconclusive but Symptoms Persist
Uroflowmetry is a common initial diagnostic tool used by healthcare professionals to evaluate urinary function, specifically how quickly and completely urine flows from the bladder…
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Is Uroflowmetry Useful After Urethral Dilatation?
Urethral strictures – narrowings in the urethra – can significantly impact a man’s quality of life, causing difficulties with urination such as hesitancy, weak stream,…