Bladder Dysfunction: Causes & Reasons

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Possible Causes for Bladder Dysfunction

Schistosomiasis

Other effects of the disease include anemia, bladder dysfunction, kidney and liver disease, and premature death. [web.archive.org]

Among the sequelae are paraplegia, paraparesis, dysfunction in the bladder or anal sphincter, sexual dysfunction, definitive sensitivity loss in the affected areas or even [intechopen.com]

particularly bladder dysfunction. [scielo.br]

Chronic Inflammatory Demyelinating Polyneuropathy

Some may present with autonomic involvement, and in these cases, main symptoms comprise bladder and bowel dysfunction, orthostatic dizziness or cardiac abnormalities. [symptoma.com]

Bladder dysfunction in peripheral neuropathies Muscle Nerve 2012 ; 45 : 2-8 [16] Nevo Y., Pestronk A., Kornberg A.J., Connolly A.M., Yee W.C., Iqbal I., and al. [em-consulte.com]

Autonomic system dysfunction can occur; in such a case, the patient would complain of orthostatic dizziness, problems breathing, eye, bowel, bladder and cardiac problems. [en.wikipedia.org]

Neurogenic Bladder

[…] years old) with neurogenic bladder dysfunction. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

A case of partial sacral agenesis resulting in mixed upper and lower motor neurogenic bladder dysfunction is reported. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

A case of neurogenic bladder dysfunction due to Behcet's disease is presented. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Myelitis

[…] myelitis Statistics from Altmetric.com myelitis magnetic resonance imaging urodynamics bladder dysfunction acute transverse myelitis Bladder dysfunction caused by spinal [jnnp.bmj.com]

Bowel and bladder dysfunction: Some patients report bowel or bladder dysfunction as their first symptom of TM. [hopkinsmedicine.org]

Urodynamic study is helpful in evaluating the bladder dysfunction and also in its management. myelitis magnetic resonance imaging urodynamics bladder dysfunction acute transverse [jnnp.bmj.com]

Bladder Neck Obstruction

Dysfunctional bladder neck obstruction in young men has received increasing interest in recent years. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Sixty-six per cent of the cases of bladder dysfunction reported by Emmett and Simon 1 and 95 per cent of those reported by Burns et al. 2 showed some type of bladder-neck [nejm.org]

Bladder neck dysfunction is a rare cause of obstruction in women. The symptoms are nonspecific and diagnosis relies on video-urodynamic evaluation. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Subacute Transverse Myelitis

Majority of the patients studied suffered from para-paresis and bladder dysfunction. [jpma.org.pk]

Causes motor weakness, a sensory impairment below the lesions, and bowel and bladder dysfunction. [online.epocrates.com]

Ongoing deficits may exist most frequently with bladder dysfunction and pain. [now.aapmr.org]

Mucopolysaccharidosis

Abstract Mucopolysaccharidosis Type II (Hunter syndrome) is a rare X-linked recessive storage disorder caused by deficiency of lysosomal enzyme iduronate-2-sulfatase, causing excess accumulation of glycosaminoglycans in the lysosomes resulting in cellular damage, organ failure and death. Severe subtype develops[…] [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Transverse Myelitis

They may include pain, muscle weakness, abnormal sensations, and bowel/bladder dysfunction. Imaging, blood tests and a lumbar puncture will confirm the diagnosis. [luriechildrens.org]

RESULTS: In our series, majority of the patients presented with acute bladder dysfunction and paraparesis. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

There are four classic symptoms of transverse myelitis: weakness in the arms/legs sensory symptoms such as numbness or tingling pain and discomfort bladder dysfunction and [hopkinsmedicine.org]

Arachnoiditis

I needed to adjust my entire life learning to live with numbness and weakness in my left leg, bladder dysfunction and severe pain. [themighty.com]

Some of the cases were accepted as emergencies because they developed severe pain and partial paralysis of the lower extremities and bladder dysfunction immediately after [edsinfo.wordpress.com]

[…] and bowel dysfunction, pain, and some paraparesis coexist. 25-27 In addition, cauda equina syndrome is a rare but well-recognized complication of longstanding ankylosing [practicalpainmanagement.com]

Vesicoureteral Reflux

[…] the child empties his or her bladder fully Whether the child has constipation Many children with reflux have "dysfunctional elimination syndrome" or "bowel-bladder dysfunction [urologyhealth.org]

Recommendation: If clinical evidence of bladder/bowl dysfunction is present (see "Initial evaluation of the child with VUR" above) treatment of bladder/bowel dysfunction is [auanet.org]

On the other hand, in children with normal bladder control, normal kidneys and lower grades of reflux, the risk of kidney infection seems lower. [urologyhealth.org]

Ochoa Syndrome

Urofacial syndrome: A subset of neurogenic bladder dysfunction syndromes? [doi.org]

The Ochoa or urofacial syndrome is a disease characterized by non-neurogenic bladder dysfunction and unusual facial expressions when smiling or crying. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Urofacial syndrome: A subset of neurogenic bladder dysfunction syndromes?. [doi.org]

Atonic Neurogenic Bladder

*Midbrain=macturation center *Spinal cord tracts= spastic bladder dysfunction *Bladder=peripheral nerves Spastic bladder dysfunction ((Flaccid, atonic then spastic)) *Spastic [quizlet.com]

Considering taking medication to treat a condition of bladder dysfunction from nerve disorder? [webmd.com]

[…] neuropathic bladder, not elsewhere classified N31.8 Other neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder N31.9 Neuromuscular dysfunction of bladder, unspecified N32 Other disorders [icd10data.com]

Anterior Spinal Artery Syndrome

Sudden onset of tetra- or paraparesis and dissociated sensory loss with bladder dysfunction are the leading clinical signs. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Anterior spinal artery (ASA) syndrome results in motor palsy and dissociated sensory loss below the level of the lesion, accompanied by bladder dysfunction. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Anterior spinal artery syndrome manifests as flaccid paralysis of the lower extremities and bowel and bladder dysfunction with sparing of proprioception and sensation, due [openanesthesia.org]

Urethral Valve Formation

Urodynamic bladder dysfunction was seen in many patients (55%, 0–72%) after treatment of PUV. [journals.plos.org]

This is believed to be secondary to the bladder outflow obstruction and co-existent bladder dysfunction. [pediatricurologybook.com]

[…] with a persistent bladder dysfunction characterized by chronic overdistention of the urinary bladder. [nature.com]

Diabetic Autonomic Neuropathy

DAN is also associated with genitourinary tract disturbances including bladder and/or sexual dysfunction. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

dysfunction, and it also carries an increased risk of cardiovascular mortality. [tzuchi.com.tw]

bladder. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Spinal Epidural Abscess

Neuro dysfunction is rare in the beginning. It usually starts as motor —> sensory—> bowel and bladder dysfunction. [emdidactic.blogspot.com]

Grade 5 abscesses were also significantly associated with bladder/bowel dysfunction. [advances.massgeneral.org]

Other findings included sensory abnormalities (25), motor weakness (21), fever (16), bladder dysfunction (16), and altered consciousness (3). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Posterior Urethral Valve

There was no difference in transplant survival or bladder dysfunction based on valve intervention. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

First, bladder dysfunction with high back pressures on the ureter may be causative. [emedicine.com]

Bladder dysfunction did not predict increased graft loss (OR 3.306, 95% CI 0.7615-16.27, p = 0.1134). [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Cauda Equina Syndrome

[…] findings, a possible cause of bladder dysfunction. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Results show that E-BCR has advantages in predicting the outcome of bladder dysfunction. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

[…] continuous influence of time to surgery on bladder dysfunction and an aggregate outcome of symptoms. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Adult Polyglucosan Body Disease

Abstract A 62-year-old man developed progressive gait instability, bladder dysfunction, proximal weakness, distal sensory loss, and mild cognitive impairment over 6 years. [unboundmedicine.com]

We describe a case of adult polyglucosan body disease with characteristic clinical symptoms of peripheral neuropathy, upper motor neuron signs, and bowel and bladder dysfunction [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

A 62-year-old man developed progressive gait instability, bladder dysfunction, proximal weakness, distal sensory loss, and mild cognitive impairment over 6 years. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Acute Transverse Myelitis

The diagnosis was based on the development of motor weakness, paraparesis and bladder dysfunction, spinal magnetic resonance imaging findings and detection of anti-varicella [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Conclusions: The problem of neurogenic bladder dysfunction is integral to ATM. Bladder management in these patients should be based on UDS findings. [ruralneuropractice.com]

RESULTS: During the acute phase of the disease, all patients experienced lower extremity motor deficit and bladder dysfunction. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Caudal Spinal Cord Tumor

While most are incidental findings, clinical symptoms can include weakness and bladder dysfunction. [appliedradiology.com]

Lesions of the conus medullaris may manifest as sensory dysfunction of the perineum in a saddle distribution and as bowel and bladder dysfunction. [emedicine.medscape.com]

The most common presenting symptoms include back/neck pain, radicular pain, weakness, paraesthesia, gait disturbance and bowel and bladder dysfunction. [radiopaedia.org]

Mucopolysaccharidosis Type 4

Morquio syndrome: An inherited error in carbohydrate metabolism that results in mucopolysaccharide accumulation and severe skeletal defects. The defects are present at birth and include severe deformity of the spine and chest, short neck, loose and enlarged joints, and irregular ends of the long bones. The[…] [medicinenet.com]

Lipomyelomeningocele

Other common symptoms were progressive bowel and/or bladder dysfunction, deterioration of motor function and foot deformities. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Patients frequently present with cutaneous manifestations, progressive neurological deterioration, bladder dysfunction, and intractable pain. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

" reflex arc that allows spontaneous, controlled voiding in children with neurogenic bladder dysfunction. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Tethered Cord Syndrome

dysfunction score. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Of patients with tethered spinal cord, 35% have bowel and/or bladder dysfunction. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

We discuss the role of MRI in the workup of adults with bladder dysfunction. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Urinary Bladder Disorder

Any disorder that results involuntary passage of urine or inability to void to completion constitutes bladder dysfunction. [books.google.com]

Cystocele G Glomerulation Gouverneur’s syndrome H Hemorrhagic cystitis Hunner's ulcer I Interstitial cystitis M Megacystis (fetal) N Neurogenic bladder dysfunction O Overactive [en.wikipedia.org]

Detrusor muscle, neurologic, and urothelial dysfunction underlie bladder dysfunction in DM. [hopkinsguides.com]

Megacystis - Megaureter Syndrome

Incorrect diagnoses, including obstruction, neurogenic bladder dysfunction, and "megacystis," were made in 16 children; treatment was inappropriate in 14. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

also a relationship exists between bladder sphincter dysfunction during bladder filling and VUR (34); identification and treatment of this dysfunction increases the probability [scielo.isciii.es]

An association of such a bladder dysfunction with residual urine and VUR is a pejorative factor for the renal parenchyma. [scielo.isciii.es]

Epidural Abscess

[…] and bowel dysfunction) develop. [merckmanuals.com]

Mild weakness is also common, as is abnormal gait, radicular pain, and bowel and/or bladder dysfunction. Symptoms vary based on the location of the epidural abscess. [spineuniverse.com]

Post-operatively, the patient was left paraplegic with complete motor paralysis of the lower extremities and associated bowel and bladder dysfunction. [cmpa-acpm.ca]

Cauda Equina Injury

[…] sensory level, reflex changes, and bladder and bowel dysfunction. [ahcmedia.com]

dysfunction of bladder, unspecified 2016 2017 2018 2019 Billable/Specific Code Applicable To Neurogenic bladder dysfunction NOS N31.9 ) The following code(s) above G83.4 [icd10data.com]

dysfunction symptoms. [synapse.koreamed.org]

Autonomic Neuropathy

J Fam Pract. 2017 September;66(9):539-543 Impotence, bladder dysfunction, GI symptoms, and orthostatic hypotension can signal autonomic dysfunction. [mdedge.com]

Diagnosis of urinary bladder dysfunction in diabetes mellitus. Ann Intern Med 1980;92:323-326. 12. Shaw JE, Parker R, Hollis S, Gokal R, Boulton AJ. [arastirmax.com]

Also, bowel and bladder dysfunction are common in addition to impotence or ejaculatory dysfunction. [symptoma.com]

Urinary Tract Obstruction

dysfunction. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]

Bladder dysfunction, predisposing to serious urinary tract infections and possibly requiring life-long self-catheterization, may occur as well as sexual dysfunction, limb [prenatalpediatrics.org]

Congenital UTO can reduce nephron number and cause bladder dysfunction, which contribute to ongoing injury. [ncbi.nlm.nih.gov]