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Review
. 2018 Oct 31;19(12):106.
doi: 10.1007/s11934-018-0848-2.

Management of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms After Pelvic Radiation in Females

Laura S Leddy  1
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Review

Management of Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms After Pelvic Radiation in Females

Laura S Leddy. Curr Urol Rep. .

Abstract

Purpose of review: To present the available literature pertaining to the management of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) after pelvic radiation (RT) in female patients treated for pelvic malignancy.

Recent findings: Recent publications have focused on isolating de novo RT-induced LUTS in women from other contributors to urinary symptoms such as pelvic surgery and chemotherapy. There is a paucity of literature on the treatment of RT-related changes to urinary function. The treatment of pelvic malignancies in women alters voiding function. RT contributes to the deterioration of voiding function. More study is needed to evaluate the efficacy of available therapies.

Keywords: Colorectal malignancy; Female patient; Gynecologic malignancy; Lower urinary tract dysfunction; Radiotherapy; Urodynamic study.

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