detrusor sphincter dyssynergia (DSD)

Introduction

An inappropriate contraction of the external sphincter concurrent with an involuntary contraction of the detrusor. In the adult, DSD is a common feature of neurologic voiding disorders.

More general terms

• detrusor instability

More specific terms

• detrusor hyperactivity with impaired bladder contractility (DHIC)

Additional terms

• detrusor muscle (musculi detrusor vesicae)