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Female urinary incontinence.

P L Dwyer

    Australian Family Physician
    |August 1, 1989
    PubMed
    Summary
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    Urinary incontinence affects many women, with prevalence increasing with age. Despite its commonality, few women with urinary leakage receive treatment, highlighting a significant unmet need.

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    Area of Science:

    • Urology
    • Gerontology
    • Women's Health

    Background:

    • Urinary incontinence is a prevalent condition impacting women across all age groups.
    • Prevalence rates increase with age, affecting a significant portion of older women and nursing home residents.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To highlight the widespread nature of urinary incontinence in women.
    • To underscore the low rate of treatment-seeking among affected individuals.

    Main Methods:

    • The study analyzed prevalence data of urinary incontinence in women across different age demographics.
    • It also assessed the proportion of affected individuals receiving treatment.

    Main Results:

    • Urinary leakage occurs at least twice monthly in 8.5% of women aged 15-64.

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  • This prevalence rises to 11.6% in women over 65 and exceeds 50% in nursing home residents.
  • Only one in four women experiencing urinary incontinence is currently receiving treatment.

    • Conclusions:

    • Urinary incontinence is a common and age-related condition in women.
    • There is a substantial gap in treatment access, with a majority of affected women not receiving care.