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[Urinary incontinence in elderly women]
J L Brun1, F Guyon, J Horovitz
1Service de gynécologie-obstétrique, hôpital Pellegrin, Bordeaux, France.
Contraception, Fertilite, Sexualite (1992)
|December 22, 1999
Summary
Urinary incontinence is common in elderly women but not an unavoidable consequence of aging. Personalized management strategies can effectively address this condition on a case-by-case basis.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Urology
Context:
- Urinary incontinence is a prevalent issue among elderly women, significantly impacting their quality of life.
- Multiple physiological and lifestyle factors contribute to the development of urinary incontinence in this demographic.
Purpose:
- To emphasize that urinary incontinence in older women is not an inevitable aspect of aging.
- To highlight the effectiveness of individualized, case-by-case management approaches.
Summary:
- Urinary incontinence, while multifactorial in elderly women, is a manageable condition.
- Tailored interventions demonstrate efficacy in addressing the specific needs of each patient.
Impact:
- This perspective encourages proactive management rather than passive acceptance of urinary incontinence in the elderly.
- Effective management can lead to improved physical function and psychological well-being in older women.