| Urethral dilatation in women: urologists' practice patterns in the UK. | |
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PMID: 17002859 Owner: NLM Status: MEDLINE |
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INTRODUCTION: Review of the literature reveals little evidence to prove the efficacy of urethral dilatation for adult women with various lower urinary tract complaints. We conducted a postal survey to ascertain the actual practice of urethral dilatation among urologists in the UK. MATERIALS AND METHODS: A questionnaire was mailed to 428 consultant urologists listed as full members of the British Association of Urological Surgeons. The questionnaire consisted of 8 items about urologists' perception of indications, efficacy, and the need for repeated dilatation and anaesthesia. RESULTS: The questionnaire response rate was 42%. Although urethral stenosis was the most common indication (97%), the majority of urologists (69%) indicated that fewer than 25% of patients had evidence of stenosis. Overall, 61% of urologists performed dilatation 7 times or more during the last year and 55% believed that less than half of the patients experienced long-term improvement. CONCLUSIONS: Despite the lack of strong evidence to support the use of urethral dilatation in women, many urologists continue to find it a useful tool in approaching women with lower urinary tract complaints. |
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Authors:
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M Masarani; R G Willis |
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Type: Journal Article |
Journal Detail:
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Title: Annals of the Royal College of Surgeons of England Volume: 88 ISSN: 1478-7083 ISO Abbreviation: Ann R Coll Surg Engl Publication Date: 2006 Sep |
Date Detail:
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Created Date: 2006-09-27 Completed Date: 2007-02-01 Revised Date: 2009-11-18 |
Medline Journal Info:
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Nlm Unique ID: 7506860 Medline TA: Ann R Coll Surg Engl Country: England |
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Languages: eng Pagination: 496-8 Citation Subset: IM |
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Department of Urology, Royal Cornwall Hospital, Truro, Cornwall, UK. mmasaarane@yahoo.co.uk |
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Adult Attitude of Health Personnel Consultants Dilatation / standards* Female Great Britain Health Care Surveys Humans Medical Staff, Hospital / standards* Professional Practice / standards* Urologic Diseases / therapy* Urology / standards* |
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