Chronic bilateral obstructive uropathy
Alternative names:
chronic urethral obstruction; obstructive uropathy - bilateral - chronic; urethral obstruction - chronic
Treatment:
The initial treatment focuses on relieving urinary retention.
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.
Antibiotics may be needed to treat urinary tract infection. Treatment for chronic renal failure may be necessary.
Expectations (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:
Calling your health care provider:
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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