In patients who don't resume normal urination after surgery, a simple ultrasound test can accurately diagnose the common problem of postoperative urinary retention (POUR), reports a new study. In ...

Measurement of a certain protein in urine can increase the ability to detect bladder cancer recurrence, with test results available during the patient's visit, according to a study in the January 18 ...

There are several urodynamic tests a doctor may recommend. You may need multiple tests for a full diagnosis. Urodynamic tests see how well your urinary tract, especially your bladder, urethra, and ...

Please provide your email address to receive an email when new articles are posted on . High urinary levels of cotinine appeared associated with a fourfold increased risk for recurrence of nonmuscle ...

Urinary retention is an inability to completely empty your bladder. There are two main types of urinary retention: Chronic bladder retention is an ongoing condition that develops over time. You may be ...

MIT researchers have designed a wearable ultrasound monitor, in the form of a patch, that can image organs within the body without the need for an ultrasound operator or application of gel. In a new ...

Overactive bladder (OAB) is a health condition defined by the frequent, urgent need to urinate. Overactive bladder is a category of urinary symptoms, rather than a disease in its own right. It can ...