Urodynamics is a specialized test that measures how well your bladder and urethra store and release urine. It helps doctors understand symptoms like urinary leakage, frequent urges, or difficulty emptying your bladder. The information gathered guides the best treatment options to improve your bladder control.
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What are urodynamics?
Discover urodynamics: a test of bladder function crucial for diagnosing and guiding treatment for urinary symptoms. Learn why it's vital for informed decisions on complex or invasive procedures.
What if I have already had urodynamics testing?
Had urodynamics testing? Call 215-728-2941 (opt 1, 8 am-4 pm) to speak with a nurse. We'll assess if re-testing is needed due to time, changed symptoms, or recent surgery after your test.
How long does urodynamics testing take? How do I prepare for urodynamics testing?
Understand urodynamics testing: Learn its duration (30 min test, 2 hr visit) and essential preparation steps, including coming with a full bladder and ensuring a bowel movement.
Will I receive any medications prior to urodynamics testing?
Before urodynamics testing: No relaxing meds (stay alert!). Antibiotics only for specific high-risk patients. Get clarity on pre-test medication protocols.
Who performs urodynamics testing?
Learn who performs urodynamics testing. Experienced technicians or nurses gather bladder data, which is then interpreted by physicians, PAs, or NPs. Essential for monitoring bladder conditions and guiding treatment.
What happens during urodynamics testing?
Demystify urodynamics testing! This video explains the process, including catheter placement & pressure measurements, to assess bladder filling & emptying. Understand how it diagnoses bladder issues for effective treatment.
Will I have a cystoscopy, too?
Understand cystoscopy: how this diagnostic imaging procedure, often performed with urodynamics, provides crucial insights into bladder/prostate health, detecting scar tissue, cancer, and more.
What symptoms may I experience after testing? Who can I call if I am concerned?
After urodynamics/cystoscopy? Learn common symptoms, how to manage discomfort, activity advice, potential risks, and when to contact your doctor or emergency services for post-procedure care.
How will I get my test results?
Learn how to get your urodynamics test results. Results are scanned, reviewed by Dr. Cohn or PA Ashlie Glasgow, and discussed at your follow-up appointment (in-person or telemedicine).
When should I expect to follow-up (and with whom) after we choose a treatment plan?
Discover follow-up timelines for various treatment plans post-urodynamics testing. Get details on when to schedule follow-ups for medication, PT, surgery, or specialist consultations.
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Meet Joshua Cohn
Associate Professor of Urology, Fox Chase Cancer Center/Temple Health
Associate Professor of Urology, Fox Chase Cancer Center and Temple Health, Philadelphia, PA
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I am a urologist specializing in the medical, procedural, and surgical management of urinary symptoms in men and women including urinary leakage and difficulty urinating, female urethral disorders, pelvic organ prolapse, and bladder dysfunction caused by a neurologic condition, injury, or cancer treatment.
The conditions I treat can have a profound impact on quality of life and may lead to physical and emotional discomfort and social isolation. I recognize my patients’ need for approachable, comforting, and compassionate care that will allow them to navigate their symptoms and treatment options. Together, we develop an individualized diagnostic and treatment plan that focuses on understanding why symptoms are present and how we can best manage them.
