Genitourinary Conditions: Pathophysiology, Pharmacologic and Disease Management

Course overview

Genitourinary (GU) disorders encompass a wide range of conditions affecting the kidneys, urinary tract, and reproductive organs, contributing significantly to morbidity, mortality, and healthcare costs. Common infections, chronic diseases such as benign prostatic hyperplasia and chronic kidney disease, and malignancies, including prostate and bladder cancer, impose substantial health burdens, while functional conditions like urinary incontinence, erectile dysfunction, kidney stones, and interstitial cystitis further impact quality of life. Sexually transmitted infections remain a major concern, with rising antimicrobial resistance and long-term complications. This activity reviews ten key GU conditions, emphasizing epidemiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention, with a focus on early recognition, individualized care, and evidence-based strategies to improve outcomes.