Acute Urinary Retention
Demographics: Acute urinary retention is a medical emergency . It is relatively common occurring in 7/1000 men. It is more common in men than women, and incidence is higher in men over 70. Causes: The most common cause of acute urinary retention is benign prostatic hypertrophy. Other causes include: structural changes near the bladder and urethra in men · Meatal stenosis · Penile constricting bands · Phimosis · Urethral strictures In women · Prolapse · Urethral strictures