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Chronic bilateral obstructive uropathy    See images

Overview | Symptoms | Treatment | Prevention

Alternative names:

Obstructive uropathy - bilateral - chronic; Chronic urethral obstruction; Urethral obstruction - chronic

Treatment

The initial treatment focuses on relieving urinary retention.

If the obstruction is at the bladder neck, catheterization may provide short-term relief. This may be an indwelling urinary catheter or it may involve intermittent catheterization.

Surgical reduction of the prostate, such as by a TURP (transurethral resection of the prostate) provides correction of enlarged prostate. Other surgical intervention may be appropriate for other disorders causing obstruction of the urethra or bladder neck.

If the obstruction is at the level of the ureters, ureteral stents or nephrostomy tubes may temporarily solve the problem. Surgery is usually required for permanent resolution of the obstruction.

Antibiotics may be needed to treat urinary tract infection. Treatment for chronic renal failure may be necessary.

Prognosis

If the obstruction is corrected before the development of renal failure, chronic bilateral obstructive uropathy may be cured. If chronic renal failure develops, the probable outcome is much poorer. If the obstruction was caused by a cancer, the outcome is determined by the extent of residual tumor after treatment.

Complications

Call Your Health Care Provider If:

Call for an appointment with your health care provider if decreased urine output or other symptoms of chronic bilateral obstructive uropathy develop.

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