Course organizer
Dr. Mohamed El Hodiaby

Course Moderators
Dr. Mohamed El Hodiaby
Dr. Mohamed Hassan Abbas

Course Summary

Understanding Urodynamics is a focused educational course designed to provide obstetricians and gynaecologists with a practical understanding of urodynamic testing and its role in the assessment of lower urinary tract symptoms.

The course will cover when urodynamics are indicated, how different components of the test are performed and interpreted, and how findings can support clinical decision-making. Sessions will include voiding studies, cystometry, video urodynamics, urethral pressure profilometry, complications, case-based discussion, and governance aspects including consent, training and audit.

The course is designed to be clinically relevant, case-based, and suitable for both online and in-person delivery.

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Learning Objectives

By the end of the course, participants should be able to:

1. Understand the main indications for urodynamic testing in gynaecological and urogynecological practice.
2. Recognise which patients are likely to benefit from urodynamic assessment before treatment or surgery.
3. Understand the principles of voiding studies and their role in assessing bladder emptying and flow patterns.
4. Describe the key components of cystometry, including filling and voiding phases.
5. Appreciate the role of video urodynamics in selected clinical scenarios.
6. Understand the purpose and limitations of urethral pressure profilometry.
7. Recognise common complications and practical challenges associated with urodynamic testing.
8. Apply urodynamic knowledge to clinical cases and decision-making.
9. Understand key governance requirements, including consent, training standards and audit.

Who Should Attend?

This course is suitable for:

* Obstetricians and gynaecologists with an interest in urogynecology
* Consultants, specialists and trainees managing women with urinary symptoms
* Doctors preparing to develop or improve urodynamic services
* Clinicians involved in the assessment of urinary incontinence, voiding dysfunction or complex pelvic floor symptoms
* Healthcare professionals involved in urogynecology services, continence care or pelvic floor clinics
* Candidates preparing for or applying to the MRCOG Part 2 or Part 3 examinations
* Clinicians with an interest in functional urology

The course is particularly relevant for clinicians who want a practical, clinically focused introduction to urodynamics and its application in everyday gynaecological and functional urology practice.