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The Role of Video Urodynamics in the Management of the Valve Bladder

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

The purpose of this review is to bring the reader up-to-date on the current use of video urodynamics (VUDS) in the evaluation and management of the valve bladder.

Recent Findings

Findings show that multiple studies on valve bladder have utilized VUDS in some aspect of their research. VUDS is increasingly used in instances when vesicoureteral reflux, changing or inconsistent urodynamic studies, and bladder neck obstruction are a component of valve bladder. VUDS has also been used in pre-operative evaluation of patients with end-stage renal disease receiving a kidney transplant. Currently, there are no prospective studies looking at the use of VUDS and outcomes directly related to its use in patient assessment.

Summary

The literature demonstrates that VUDS plays an integral role in the management of patients with valve bladder; however, additional research is required to better define the proper circumstances for its use.

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Abbreviations

BNI:

Bladder neck incision

BNO:

Bladder neck obstruction

ESRD:

End stage renal disease

PUV:

Posterior urethral valve

UDS:

Urodynamic studies

VB:

Valve bladder

VCUG:

Voiding cystourethrogram

VUDS:

Video urodynamics

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Papers of particular interest, published recently, have been highlighted as: • Of importance •• Of major importance

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    Charles W. Concodora, Pramod P. Reddy & Brian A. VanderBrink

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Concodora, C.W., Reddy, P. & VanderBrink, B.A. The Role of Video Urodynamics in the Management of the Valve Bladder. Curr Urol Rep 18, 24 (2017). https://doi.org/10.1007/s11934-017-0670-2

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