Purpose of Assessment
- Determine the severity of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH) symptoms.
- Monitor the patient's response to medical or surgical treatment.
- Evaluate the impact of urinary symptoms on daily quality of life.
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A standardized clinical evaluation tool designed to assess the severity of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) and their impact on quality of life, facilitating early detection of prostate enlargement.
Scientific name: International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) Assessment
A comprehensive assessment using a scientific questionnaire to measure the severity of prostate symptoms, including urinary frequency and urgency, helping doctors determine the most effective medical treatment plan for patients.
Service type
Clinical Assessment
Duration
15-20 minutes
Fasting
Fasting is not required
Included Services
- Standardized seven-symptom questionnaire
- Urinary-related quality of life scale
- Detailed score report
Medical Service Information
Who Should Take This Test?
- Men over 40 experiencing urinary difficulties.
- Patients previously diagnosed with BPH for follow-up.
- Men noticing weak urinary flow or frequent nighttime urination.
Symptoms Evaluated
- Feeling of incomplete bladder emptying.
- Frequent urination (intervals less than two hours).
- Intermittency or difficulty starting the urinary stream.
- Nocturia (waking up at night to urinate).
Conditions & Notices
- Preferable to bring previous prostate test results (like PSA) if available
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