RT Book, Section A1 Burke-Doe, Annie A2 Burke-Doe, Annie A2 Dutton, Mark SR Print(0) ID 1202330514 T1 Genitourinary System T2 National Physical Therapy Examination and Board Review, 2nd Edition YR 2023 FD 2023 PB McGraw-Hill Education PP New York, NY SN 9781265019747 LK accessphysiotherapy.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=1202330514 RD 2023/12/04 AB The genitourinary system comprises the organs and structures involved in reproduction and the formation and excretion of urine and performs important functions related to the elimination of the body’s waste products and maintenance of a homeostatic environment, as well as functions related to reproduction.1,* The kidneys are also involved in regulating the production of red blood cells, metabolizing hormones, and maintaining the acid-base balance of the blood.2 Furthermore, part of normal kidney function requires an unrestricted urine flow out of the body. Figure 7–1 shows the female and male urinary systems. Table 7–1 shows the common signs and symptoms of urological dysfunction. Table 7–2 summarizes the conditions discussed in this chapter.