An Ultrasonic Bladder-Volume Sensor

Loss of bladder sensation is a common clinical problem, particularly in diabetes mellitus. A pocket-size ultrasonic bladder-volume sensor has been constructed and tested with successful results. This paper describes the sensor and presents results from its use on healthy volunteers.

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