[Perineal sonography and roentgenologic procedures within the scope of diagnosis of female urinary incontinence].

Parallel to the traditional lateral cystogram with chain, perineal sonography as was employed as avisual procedure on 50 patients, who presented themselves at our clinic for urodynamic screening for clinical incontinence. The sonographic procedure, performed without introduction of a catheter into the urethra, the urinary bladder, urethra and symphysis as well as vagina and rectum can be visually represented in sagittal section through the minor pelvis. A comparison with traditional x-ray findings, showed a good correlation at 96%. In relation to predictive value, perineal sonography may thus be considered a "true" alternative to radiology. With increasing experience (approx 2-3 months), the sagittal view being unfamiliar at the beginning, perineal sonography proves a simple and quick screening method, which is easy to reproduce.