Cystometry:

Cystometry is increasingly used in children, being an important diagnostic tool for congenital and acquired malformations such as neurogenic bladder, vesicoureteric reflux, urinary tract infection, urge syndrome, nocturnal enuresis, urinary incontinence and anorectal malformations. During cystometry bladder storage and voiding function can be evaluated.

Through this method two flexible, thin plastic catheter is then slowly inserted through the urethra and into your bladder and also rectum of patient. Then patient’s bladder will be slowly filled with normal saline under standard condition. These tests measure and assess how well the bladder functions (during filling and emptying of the bladder). They help diagnose problems related to urine control. These can be incontinence, difficulty emptying the bladder, overactive bladder, obstructions or frequent infections.