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Urinary incontinence in older adults
1Harvard Medical School, Boston.
Hospital Practice (Office Ed.)
|October 15, 1992
Summary
Urinary incontinence in older adults is common but treatable. Addressing underlying conditions or using behavioral therapies and medications can manage or cure this issue.
Area of Science:
- Geriatrics
- Urology
- Internal Medicine
Background:
- Urinary incontinence is a prevalent and often overlooked condition in the elderly population.
- It significantly impacts quality of life and healthcare costs.
Purpose of the Study:
- To review the causes and management strategies for urinary incontinence in the elderly.
- To highlight that incontinence is often treatable or curable.
Main Methods:
- Literature review of transient and established incontinence in geriatric populations.
- Discussion of etiological factors and therapeutic interventions.
Main Results:
- Transient incontinence is typically linked to other medical conditions and resolves with their treatment.
- Established incontinence is frequently caused by detrusor hyperactivity.
Conclusions:
- Effective management strategies exist for elderly incontinence, including behavioral interventions and pharmacotherapy.
- Prompt diagnosis and treatment of underlying causes are crucial for successful outcomes.