Fundamentals in Urology Webcast (2019): Surgical Management of Incontinence


This course will provide attendees with valuable skills in developing a rational methodological approach to application of knowledge which will contribute to positive outcomes for patients. New topics for this year include Complications of Urologic Surgery and Office Evaluation of the Patient Presenting with Incontinence and Surgical Management of Incontinence. Attendees will discover the importance of the study of basic sciences and how it transfers into the lifelong learning process and medical practice. This course is designed to ensure a fundamental knowledge of the "why" behind a broad expanse of general urologic conditions. A thorough knowledge of the basic science behind the treatments will allow for better counseling and education of patients by all clinical urologic practitioners.

Target Audience

  • Residents
  • Allied Health Professionals
  • Urologists

Learning Objectives

Upon completion of this course, participants will be able to:

Stones, Urodynamics and Inflammation

  1. Describe the basic pathophysiology of nephrolithiasis
  2. Identify the indications and options for the medical evaluation of recurrent and first time stone formers.
  3. Establish an effective algorithm for the medical management of nephrolithiasis.
  4. Identify the true incidence of IC/BPS and CP/CPPS in the US population.
  5. Identify what is currently believed about the pathophysiology of chronic pelvic pain.
  6. Describe how to use the AUA guidelines to develop a treatment plan for patients with IC/BPS and CP/CPPS.
  7. Review current research in pelvic pain and possible new treatment options.
  8. Apply knowledge of lower urinary tract function and electronic measurement of pressure, flow and electromyography to performance of a multichannel urodynamic test including prestudy uroflowmetry, filling cystometrogram and voiding pressure flow study.


  2. Explain the basic development of the lower and upper urinary tract including the bladder, kidney and ureters.
  3. Identify clinical situations that may be encountered if aberrant development occurs in any of the above organ systems.

Complications of Urologic Surgery and Imaging for Urologists

  1. Distinguish when the presence of bacteria or fungi in the urinary tract need to be treated, and when they don’t.

BPH and Science of Minimally Invasive Surgery and Infertility and Erectile Dysfunction

  1. Identify the medical therapies designed to address benign enlargement of the prostate.
  2. Explain the basic physics underlying laser energy, physiologic changes attributable to pneumoperitoneum, and mechanisms to improve outcomes of shock wave lithotripsy.
  3. Explain male reproductive anatomy and physiology.
  4. Describe a basic clinical overview of male reproductive medicine and surgery.

Prostate Cancer

  1. Describe the history of M1 Prostate cancer therapies.
  2. Identify basics in ADT management.
  3. Discuss basic science and clinical outcomes of new therapies.

Bladder Neurobiology and Pelvic Organ Prolapse

  1. Review the anatomy and physiology of the lower urinary tract as it relates to bladder storage and voiding.
  2. Describe the innervation of the lower urinary tract and the principle mechanisms by which the central and peripheral nervous systems control urine storage and micturition.
  3. Explain the pathophysiological findings related to bladder dysfunction in specific neurological conditions.
  4. Discuss the pathophysiology, evaluation strategy, and treatment options for overactive bladder.

Bladder Cancer and Bowel Diversions

  1. Discuss the rationale behind selection of segment of bowel used in urinary diversion.
  2. Explain the long term consequences of metabolic changes after urinary diversion and how to mitigate them.
  3. Describe the surgical principle of compliance and how it relates to surgical technique.

Adrenal Disorders and Kidney Cancer

  1. Define the fundamentals of adrenal anatomy and physiology integrate into the care of the urologic patient.
  2. Describe the genetic basis and current clinical and surgical management of all types of localized as well as advanced kidney cancer.
Course summary
Available credit: 
  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 Non-Physician Participation
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Learners will participate in this online educational activity by taking the pretest, viewing the webcast and/or listening to the podcast and completing the posttest and evaluation. To claim CME credit for this enduring material, learners must complete the posttest, passing with 80% accuracy and submit the program evaluation.

Estimated time to complete this activity: 1.00 hours

Release Date: June, 2019
Expiration Date: June, 2022













  • Limit content to evidence with no recommendations
  • Inclusion of moderated panel discussion
  • Divestiture of the relationship by faculty



Available Credit

  • 1.00 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit™
  • 1.00 Non-Physician Participation

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