4 Questions
Which of the following is NOT reported as a risk factor for post-prostatectomy stress urinary incontinence (SUI)?
Pre-operative length of membranous urethra
Which bladder condition can often co-exist and contribute to the pathophysiology of SUI post-prostatectomy?
Detrusor overactivity
What should be considered in a patient who complains of urinary incontinence and decreased urine flow post-prostatectomy?
Anastomotic stricture and scarring of the urethral tissue due to surgery and/or radiation
Apart from sphincter deficiency, what other bladder condition can often co-exist and contribute to the pathophysiology of SUI post-prostatectomy?
Poor bladder compliance
Test your knowledge of reported risk factors for post-prostatectomy stress urinary incontinence (SUI). This quiz covers factors such as patient's age, body mass index, pre-operative bladder function, surgical techniques, and more.
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