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  • Urology
  • Gynecology
  • Public Health

Background:

  • Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common and burdensome condition in adult women.
  • Current rates of seeking evaluation and treatment for UI are suboptimal.
  • A visual representation of current guidance for female UI care is lacking.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To review existing literature on female UI care.
  • To synthesize research and professional guidelines into a graphical format.
  • To create a tool for health education, care delivery, and shared decision-making.

Main Methods:

  • Systematic review of professional society guidelines (ACOG, WSPI, AAFP, ACP, SDUF, AUA, AGUS).
  • Literature search using PubMed.
  • Synthesis of findings into an evidence-based infographic and narrative.

Main Results:

  • An infographic was developed, visually representing female UI risk factors, care influences, screening, evaluation, and treatment.
  • The infographic summarizes current evidence and professional guidelines.
  • The accompanying narrative provides context and supports the visual tool.

Conclusions:

  • An evidence-based infographic can serve as a valuable tool for patient education and clinical practice.
  • This visual aid aims to improve patient understanding and provider counseling regarding UI treatment.
  • Utilizing this infographic may enhance shared decision-making and optimize UI healthcare delivery.