Low Bladder Compliance

What is Low Bladder Compliance?

Bladder compliance refers to the volume/pressure relationship of the bladder. It is a measure of bladder stiffness and is calculated by measuring the change in bladder volume over the change in bladder pressure. Normally as the bladder fills with urine, bladder pressure remains very low despite very large changes in bladder volume. This results in high bladder compliance which is normal. In other words, in patients with low bladder compliance, the bladder pressure rises considerably with small increments of bladder volume. This rise in pressure may overcome the resistance offered by the urethra and cause incontinence. On the other hand if the sphincter is strong or there is a blockage in the urethra, the high bladder pressure is transmitted back to the kidneys and ureters where it can cause considerable damage. Low bladder compliance is usually due to longstanding urethral obstruction or a rare neurologic condition such as spina bifida.

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“The Patient care I received from the URO Center was absolutely the best you could want. My condition affected me both physically and emotionally… I was depressed, angry and hopeless. What a difference from then to now. I am optimistic, grateful and normal!

My advice to you is – Run don’t walk to see Dr. Jerry Blaivas. He is concerned, dedicated and a Brilliant Doctor!”

~ B.P.

“After 8 months of living with a catheter, months of tests and surgeries, I was informed that I may have to live my entire life inserting a catheter. I went for a second opinion with Dr. Blaivas who assured me that I had a good chance of full recover and no more catheters. Everyone from the doctor to his staff are kind, courteous and made me feel at ease. In a mere two days after my surgery with Dr. Blaivas I was able to empty my bladder on my own and I feel like I have my life back!”

~ A.F.

“I have been battling urological issues for over 15 years. Diabetes was causing build up to where i had to catheterize every year for a week at a time after undergoing a procedure to clean out the urethra. After so many years of catheterizing so much, my urethral passage was so weak that it started causing infections. Many hospitalizations and much needed antibiotics later, I was referred to see someone new. Dr. Blaivas gave me new hope, he took his time breaking things down for me to fully understand. Dr. Blaivas performed a Urethral Reconstruction not so long ago, I have healed well and no longer have to catheterize. My surgery was a success. I wish Dr. Blaivas many blessings as he blessed my life with his God given skills and compassionate heart.”

~ F.G.