Abstract
A simple machine for measuring urinary flow is described. This machine would appear to give reproducible results.
Preliminary studies show the value of such a simple piece of equipment, which is easy to use in measuring urinary flow in benign prostatic hypertrophy, carcinoma of the prostate and urethral stricture.
In reviewing paraplegic patients, if the flow rates remain unchanged, it is unlikely that bladder function and urethral resistance have significantly altered.
It is hoped that the uroflowmeter may be of value in indicating the need for and results of treatment.
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Foster, G., O'Brien, J. The uroflowmeter. Spinal Cord 9, 224–227 (1972). https://doi.org/10.1038/sc.1971.37
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DOI: https://doi.org/10.1038/sc.1971.37