Urodynamics in a Urogynecology/Female Urology practice are focused on urinary incontinence often in the presence of, or related to pelvic organ prolapse and voiding dysfunction related to prolapse, prior surgical procedures, and other pelvic floor disorders. The focus of this discussion is on the specifics of performing urodynamic studies on women with pelvic floor disorders including reducing prolapse, performing urethral pressure profiles, and interpreting results. Using case studies, we will explore how to counsel women on therapeutic treatment options based on urodynamic findings.
Contact hours available until 3/16/2016.
Requirements for Successful Completion:
Complete the learning activity in its entirety and complete the online CNE evaluation.
Faculty, Planners and Authors Conflict of Interest Disclosure:
Speaker(s) have no disclosures to declare.
Commercial Support and Sponsorship:
No commercial support or sponsorship declared.
Accreditation Statement:
Society of Urologic Nurses and Associates is accredited as a provider of continuing nursing education by the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s Commission on Accreditation.
SUNA is a provider approved by the California Board of Registered Nursing, provider number, CEP 5556.
Objectives:- Describe the purpose and methods of prolapse reduction during urodynamics for women with pelvic organ prolapse.
- Describe the urethral pressure profile procedure.
- State the clinical application of the urethral pressure profile.