Explain the anatomic causes of resistance to urine flow and the resulting changes caused by urinary obstruction Flashcards

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Anatomic causes

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Urethral stricture, prostatic enlargement (men), pelvic organ prolapse.

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Resulting changes

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  • Frequent daytime peeing
  • Nocturia
  • Poor force of stream
  • Intermittent stream
  • Bothersome urgency
  • Feelings of incomplete emptying
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