Important: This page is general education, not personal medical advice.
What is the UroCuff test?
The UroCuff test is a non-invasive bladder pressure-flow study used in men with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). A small pneumatic cuff is placed around the penis during urination to help estimate bladder pressure while a flow meter records urine flow and voided volume.
Why might I need it?
- To better understand whether symptoms are related to bladder outlet obstruction
- To help distinguish obstruction from weak bladder contractility patterns
- To guide treatment choices for BPH/LUTS and monitor response over time
- As a non-invasive alternative before considering invasive pressure-flow testing in selected cases
What to expect during testing
- Performed in clinic without needles or catheters in most workflows
- You urinate into a flow meter while cuff cycles during voiding
- Usually brief, with same-day return to normal activities
- Results are interpreted with symptom scores and post-void residual/other findings
Risks and side effects
- Minimal risk overall (non-invasive test)
- Temporary mild discomfort from cuff inflation in some patients
- No sedation or procedural recovery needed in most cases
How results are used
UroCuff findings are combined with your history, exam, urinalysis, and other studies to guide treatment decisions (medication changes, procedural planning, or further testing if needed).
Procedure video (educational)
Educational animation/demo content.
Source video: UroCuff test patient animation demonstrating setup and workflow.
Questions to ask your urologist
- How will this test help decide my treatment plan?
- Do my symptoms suggest obstruction, weak bladder function, or both?
- Will I still need additional tests after UroCuff?
- How often should this be repeated to monitor progress?