Ultrasound: Imaging technique that uses sound waves to visualize internal organs.
Ureter: Paired anatomic tubal structures that carry urine from the kidneys to the bladder.
Urethra: Anatomic tubal structure leading from the bladder to the outside of the body. In men, the urethra passes through the prostate and penis.
Urge Incontinence: Unexpected loss of urine resulting from uncontrolled bladder muscle contractions.
Urgency: Need to urinate immediately.
Urinary Retention: Inability to urinate.
Urodynamic study: Diagnostic test to evalue bladder and urethral function.
Urologist: Doctor who specializes in disorders of the urinary tract and male reproductive systems.