Asymptomatic neurogenic bladder in juvenile diabetics

Abstract

The present report concerns investigation of bladder disturbances in 31 juvenile diabetics. It was shown that: 1. The predominant lesion is one of neuropathy. - 2. Vesical involvement such as increased capacity and atony was demonstrated by cystometry in 27 out of the 31 cases (87%). - 3. 4 cases had neck hypertrophy. - 4. The most striking symptom was a large volume of first morning urine. This information was elicited from the patients. They had no urological complaints. - 5. A high incidence of impotence was seen in diabetics with neurogenic bladder. - 6. The possible causes of such lesions and the value of certain therapeutic measures was discussed. © 1971 Springer-Verlag.