Dr. Hsin Hsiao Wang, MD

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Specializes in: Pediatric Urology

National Yang-Ming University Faculty of Medicine

Professional interests include: spina bifida, neurogenic bladder, urodynamics (bladder and urethra function test)

300 LONGWOOD AVENUE
BOSTON, MA 02115

(857) 218-6427

Dr. Hsin Hsiao Wang, MD is a pediatric urologist in BOSTON, MA specializing in pediatric urology. He graduated from National Yang-Ming University Faculty of Medicine.

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300 LONGWOOD AVENUE
BOSTON, MA 02115

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Urodynamics (Bladder and Urethra Function Test)

Urodynamics are tests that assess how well the lower urinary tract is functioning. Specifically, they evaluate its ability to hold and release urine, as well as show if any blockages or leaks are present. The lower urinary tract is made up of the following:

The bladder, which stores urine.
The urinary sphincters, which are muscles around the opening of the bladder that hold urine in.
The urethra, which is the tube where urine flows out of the body.

Urodynamics tests are normally performed together as one series, but depending on patients' symptoms, only one or some of them may be necessary. The most common tests are:

Cystometrogram, which measures the amount of urine the bladder can store and how full it is before someone has the urge to urinate. Doctors may order this test if she suspects their patient has a weak bladder.
Pressure flow study, which measures the pressure in the bladder while urinating. This test helps locate a blockage in the bladder.
Uroflowmetry, which measures how much and how fast urine flows out of the body. This test is usually recommended when patients have difficulty urinating or they have a slow stream.
Urethral sphincter electromyography, which measures how strong the muscles and nerves in the bladder and sphincters are. Doctors may request this test if the problem they are experiencing is linked to muscle or nerve damage in the lower urinary tract.
Urethral pressure profile, which measures the pressure along the urethra while the bladder is gradually filled with fluid. Low pressure could mean someone has a weak urethra, a contributing factor to urinary incontinence (loss of bladder control).

For a few hours following a urodynamics study, patients will likely feel some soreness or discomfort. It is recommended to drink at least one glass of water every half hour for two hours to relieve these symptoms. Holding a warm, moistened washcloth over the area where discomfort is felt or taking a warm bath may also help. Results for cystrometrograms and uroflowmetry are typically available immediately after the test, but results for the other tests may take a few days. When doctors have reviewed a patient's test results, he or she will discuss them with the patient, along with any treatments the patient may need.

Education & Training

Dr. Hsin Hsiao Wang, MD graduated from National Yang-Ming University Faculty of Medicine. He completed residency at Duke University Medical Center. He has a state license in Massachusetts.

Medical School: National Yang-Ming University Faculty of Medicine

Residency: Duke University Medical Center

Licensed In: Massachusetts

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Medtronic, Inc.	$13 INTERSTIM $13

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Biography

Dr Hsin-Hsiao “Scott” Wang is a pediatric urologist at Boston Children’s Hospital and an instructor in surgery at Harvard Medical School who specializes in pediatric urology, neurogenic bladder, spina bifida, urodynamic testing, and complex urinary tract conditions in children. He earned his medical degree from National Yang-Ming University in Taiwan and also holds advanced degrees from the Harvard School of Public Health and MIT Sloan School of Management. Dr Wang completed his residency in urology at Duke University Medical Center and fellowship training in pediatric urology at Boston Children’s Hospital.