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Choosing and using disposable body-worn continence pads.

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  • 1Kingston Primary Care Trust Older People's Services, Tolworth Hospital, Tolworth, Surrey.

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|August 2, 2005
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Disposable continence pads are widely used for managing incontinence. The National Health Service (NHS) faces significant costs, estimated at 80 million pounds annually, for supplying these essential products.

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Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Healthcare Management
  • Materials Science

Background:

  • Disposable, body-worn pads are the primary choice for managing urinary and fecal incontinence.
  • The widespread use of these products presents a substantial financial challenge to healthcare systems.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the economic impact of continence pad provision within the National Health Service (NHS).
  • To quantify the financial burden associated with supplying disposable continence pads.

Main Methods:

  • Cost analysis of continence pad procurement and distribution.
  • Review of existing financial data and expenditure reports related to incontinence products.

Main Results:

  • The estimated annual cost for the NHS to supply continence pads is 80 million pounds.
  • This expenditure represents a significant financial burden on local health services.

Conclusions:

  • The high cost of disposable continence pads necessitates further investigation into cost-effective incontinence management strategies.
  • Efficient resource allocation is crucial for sustainable healthcare provision in continence care.

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