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The aging male: a challenge for urologists
1Department of Urology, Erasme Hospital, University Clinics Brussels, Belgium. Claude.Schulman@ulb.ac.be
Current Opinion in Urology
|August 5, 2000
Summary
The aging male population is rapidly growing, presenting significant urological health challenges. Urologists are crucial in managing conditions like prostate cancer and incontinence in older men.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Urology
- Public Health
Background:
- Life expectancy has significantly increased, leading to a larger elderly demographic.
- The over-65 population is the fastest-growing age group globally.
- This demographic shift necessitates increased medical and socioeconomic focus.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight the growing urological health concerns in the aging male population.
- To emphasize the pivotal role of urologists in addressing these age-related conditions.
- To call for proactive engagement from the urological community.
Main Methods:
- Review of demographic trends in aging populations.
- Identification of prevalent urological diseases in elderly men.
- Analysis of the urologist's role in geriatric care.
Main Results:
- Elderly men frequently experience urological issues including prostate cancer, benign prostatic hypertrophy, incontinence, erectile dysfunction, and androgen deficiency.
- Urologists are uniquely positioned to manage these conditions.
- The aging male population requires specialized medical attention.
Conclusions:
- The increasing number of aging males presents a significant challenge for urology.
- Urologists must actively address the urological health needs of older men.
- Proactive management strategies are essential for this demographic.