Urodynamics in the Pediatric and Transitional Patient Population: Over Fifty Years of Insights

Urodynamics is pivotal in understanding lower urinary tract pathophysiology. While essential, its utility in pediatric and transitional patient populations has been challenged by evolving paradigms and ongoing controversies. This review elucidates the fundamental principles of urodynamics, its worldwide variations, confounding factors, and most importantly, its critical role in the management of genitourinary conditions.

Multiple articles have demonstrated advances and challenges in performing, interpreting, and comparing urodynamic studies.

Urodynamics serves as an invaluable tool for assessing lower urinary tract function. Technologies such as needle EMG and machine learning modeling can further enhance its utility, especially in scenarios calling for nuanced approaches to neuro-urologic management.