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(N36.1) Urethral diverticulum
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305 141 in individuals diagnosis urethral diverticulum confirmed
2 484 deaths with diagnosis urethral diverticulum
1% mortality rate associated with the disease urethral diverticulum
Diagnosis urethral diverticulum is diagnosed Women are 38.38% more likely than Men
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Men receive the diagnosis urethral diverticulum
1 883 (2.0 %)Died from this diagnosis.
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Women receive the diagnosis urethral diverticulum
601 (0.3 %)Died from this diagnosis.
Risk Group for the Disease urethral diverticulum - Men aged 0-5 and Women aged 70-74
In Men diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
in in men, the disease manifests at any ageLess common in women the disease occurs at Age 0-1
In Women diagnosis is most often set at age 0-95+
Disease Features urethral diverticulum
Absence or low individual and public risk
Urethral diverticulum - what does this mean
Urethral diverticulum is a condition in which a pouch or pocket forms in the wall of the urethra, the tube that carries urine from the bladder to the outside of the body. this pouch can collect urine and other substances, leading to inflammation, infection, and scarring of the urethra. it can also cause pain and difficulty with urination.
What happens during the disease - urethral diverticulum
Urethral diverticulum is a condition in which a pocket forms in the wall of the urethra, allowing urine to become trapped. this can be due to a congenital defect, or caused by trauma or infection. the trapped urine can cause inflammation and infection, leading to irritation and pain. in some cases, the diverticulum can be large enough to cause obstruction of the urethra, leading to difficulty in urinating.
Clinical Pattern
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How does a doctor diagnose
- Physical exam to assess the location and size of the diverticulum
- Urine analysis to check for infection
- Ultrasound to get a better view of the diverticulum
- CT scan to help identify any associated conditions
- Cystoscopy to view the inside of the urethra and diverticulum
- Urodynamic testing to assess bladder function
- Voiding cystourethrogram to evaluate the anatomy of the bladder and urethra
- Magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) to rule out any other conditions
Treatment and Medical Assistance
Main goal of the treatment: To reduce the symptoms of urethral diverticulum and prevent further complications.
- Perform imaging tests, such as ultrasound or CT scan, to diagnose the condition.
- Administer antibiotics to reduce the risk of infection.
- Perform a cystoscopy to inspect the diverticulum and its size.
- Prescribe medications, such as alpha-blockers, to relax the bladder muscles and reduce urinary symptoms.
- Perform a urethral diverticulectomy to remove the diverticulum.
- Prescribe pelvic floor exercises to strengthen the muscles of the pelvic floor.
9 Days of Hospitalization Required
Average Time for Outpatient Care Not Established
Urethral diverticulum - Prevention
Urethral diverticulum prevention involves avoiding activities that may cause trauma to the urethra, such as straddle injuries, and performing regular pelvic floor exercises to strengthen the muscles that support the urethra. additionally, it is important to practice good hygiene and regularly empty the bladder to prevent urinary tract infections.