Disc Disease

Elisabeth M. Sebesta, Stephanie Gleicher, Casey G. Kowalik, Joshua A. Cohn, Roger R. Dmochowski

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Abstract

Urinary complaints and voiding abnormalities are well-known sequelae of intervertebral disc disease and can have a substantial impact on patients’ overall quality of life. Common bladder changes include detrusor overactivity, incontinence, and detrusor areflexia, with the long-term possibility of decreased bladder capacity and compliance which may lead to deleterious effects on renal function. Prompt evaluation and management of the underlying spinal condition are important for long-term bladder outcomes; however, bladder dysfunction may still persist even after surgical decompression. Therefore, it is important for urologists to be familiar with these disease processes and outcomes, in addition to the appropriate urologic evaluation, management options, and follow-up in order to offer the best comprehensive care for these complex patients.

Original languageEnglish
Title of host publicationHandbook of Neurourology
Subtitle of host publicationTheory and Practice, Second Edition
PublisherSpringer Nature
Pages813-820
Number of pages8
ISBN (Electronic)9789819916597
ISBN (Print)9789819916580
DOIs
StatePublished - Jan 1 2023
Externally publishedYes

Keywords

  • Anatomy
  • Disc disease
  • Evaluation
  • Follow-up
  • Management
  • Pathophysiology
  • Physical examination
  • Urinary tract dysfunction
  • Urodynamics

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