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What risks exist for the patient in undergoing an external sphincter electromyography?
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∙ 13y ago
Complications of external sphincter electromyography are rare. Occasionally patients report blood in their urine after being tested with needle electrodes. Also, the urethra may become mildly irritated causing a change in the normal.
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What characteristics does a successful external sphincter electromyography have?
In a normally functioning external sphincter muscle, the electromyogram will show increased electrical activity when the patient tightens the muscle and a little or no electrical activity when it is relaxed.
How is external sphincter electromyography done?
When a patient cannot voluntarily control urination (incontinence), a physician may order this test to determine if the problem is caused by the failure of this muscle. The voluntary contraction or release of a muscle.
How should patients be prepared for an external sphincter electromyography?
Before the test, the patient should discuss with the doctor whether it is necessary to temporarily discontinue any medications, and follow the doctor's orders. No changes in diet or activity are necessary.
What care should a patient receive after an external sphincter electromyography?
Women may see some blood in their urine the first time they urinate after the test. Blood in the urine of men or blood in the urine of women after the first urination should be reported the doctor. The patient should take a warm bath and.
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