Table 1.
Recommended evaluations of the incontinent patient prior to surgical therapy
| Evaluation | Level(s) of evidence | Grade of recommendation |
|---|---|---|
| History | 1–2 | A |
| Physical examination | 1–2 | A |
| Urinalysis, urine culture | 1–2 | A |
| Bladder scan PVR | 1–2 | A |
| Voiding diary (2–7 days) | 1–2 | B |
| Pad test | 1–2 | B |
| Cystoscopy and imaging | 2–3 | B |
| Multichannel UDS | 3 | C |
| BUN, creatinine, glucose | Recommended for polyuria without diuretics or suspected impaired renal function | |
PVR: post-void residual volume; UDS: urodynamic; BUN: blood urea nitrogen.