How do you prepare for a urodynamic test?

Eat a normal meal the day of the study, but remember no caffeine. Drink enough water so that you arrive at your appointment with a full bladder. (If you have a Foley catheter, there is no need to drink more water than normal.)

What happens in a urodynamics test?

A cystometric test measures how much urine the bladder can hold, how much pressure builds up inside the bladder as it stores urine, and how full it is when the urge to urinate begins. A catheter is used to empty the bladder completely. Then a special, smaller catheter is placed in the bladder.

Who needs urodynamic testing?

Urodynamic tests are used to diagnose patients who have urinary incontinence or other lower urinary tract symptoms. These tests are given to both men and women. Urodynamic tests are used to measure: Nerve and muscle function.

How are fluid filled catheters used in urodynamics?

Complete range of standard and specialized fluid-filled catheters designed with optimized flexibility to ensure patient comfort during catheterization. Abdominal catheters measure pressures in the rectum or vagina during filling and voiding pressure studies for urodynamics.

Where can I buy a Cook Medical urodynamics catheter?

Used for cystometry and urethral pressure profilometry. The products on this website are available for sale in the United States. For products available in other countries, please choose one of our other websites from the region selector at the top of the site or contact your local Cook Medical representative.

How is a T-Doc abdominal catheter used for?

T-DOC Abdominal Catheter (7FA): Can be placed rectally or vaginally to measure abdominal pressures. Rigid design assures no folding during insertion. A soft tip protects bowel and/or vaginal tissues. Small balloon size provides minimum patient discomfort. T-DOC Single Sensor Catheter (7FS):

How big is a T-Doc single sensor catheter?

Small balloon size provides minimum patient discomfort. T-DOC Single Sensor Catheter (7FS): A general-purpose recording catheter for bladder pressures. Catheter has separate filling lumen, which provides infusion rates up to 100 cc/minute.