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==Background==
*A rare but potentially lethal complication associated with the relief of (most commonly, chronic) urinary obstruction<ref name="Halbgewachs">Halbgewachs C, Domes T. Postobstructive diuresis. Can Fam Physician. 2015 Feb; 61(2): 137–142.</ref>
*May result in dehydration, electrolyte imbalances, and death if not adequately treated<ref name="Halbgewachs" />

==Clinical Features==
* Polyuria after relief of urinary tract obstruction 
* Some patients may experience hematuria, which is rarely clinically significant <ref>Nyman MA et al. Management of urinary retention: rapid versus gradual decompression and risk of complications. Mayo Clin Proc. 1997;72(10):951</ref>

==Differential Diagnosis==
===Polyuria===
*[[Post-obstructive diuresis]]
*[[Acute kidney injury]]
*[[Diuretic]] related
*[[Hyperglycemia]]

==Evaluation==
* Urine is usually hypotonic with large amounts of sodium chloride, potassium, phosphate and magnesium <ref>Jameson et al. Harrison's Principles of Internal Medicine 20th edition. Chapter 313.</ref>
* Urine Output > 125 - 200mL/hour after relief of obstruction <ref>Nyman et al. Management of Urinary Retention: Rapid Versus Gradual Decompression and Risk of Complications. Mayo clinic proceedings. 1997;72:951-956.</ref> 
* Urine Osmolarity > 250mosm/kg <ref>Reynard et al. Oxford Handbook of Urology. Chapter 4. 2005. Oxford University Press.</ref>

==Management==
* Fluid replacement with care not to perpetuate diuresis
* IV vs. PO replacement is institution and patient specific

==Disposition==
*Admit

==See Also==
*[[Acute urinary retention]]
*[[Coude Catheter]]

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