Various gender-specific etiologies are responsible for bladder outlet obstruction (BOO). BOO may be induced by specific functional and anatomic causes. The resulting obstruction frequently produces lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). Categorizing and understanding these entities is crucial when proceeding with a LUTS evaluation as specific diagnostic modalities may then be used to fully delineate the degree of BOO and any secondary issues.
When considering the causes of bladder outlet obstruction (BOO), it is important to study the etiology of BOO that may be functional or anatomic. BOO often produces lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS), although the degree of botheration by LUTS is highly variable and not predictable on the basis of the specific inciting etiology. Induced LUTS symptoms may be predominantly obstructive, irritative, or often a combination of both. Typically, obstructive…
