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Geriatric incontinence

N M Resnick1

  • 1Gerontology Division, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Boston, Massachusetts, USA.

The Urologic Clinics of North America
|February 1, 1996
PubMed
Summary
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Urinary incontinence is not a normal part of aging and can be treated. A comprehensive approach addressing factors beyond the urinary tract improves outcomes for patients experiencing incontinence.

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Area of Science:

  • Geriatrics
  • Urology
  • Internal Medicine

Background:

  • Incontinence is a common but abnormal condition across all ages and settings.
  • Aging can decrease physiological reserve, increasing susceptibility to incontinence due to various insults.
  • Problems causing incontinence often originate outside the urinary tract.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To emphasize that incontinence is treatable regardless of patient demographics.
  • To advocate for a diagnostic and therapeutic focus beyond the urinary tract.
  • To highlight the importance of a multifactorial approach in managing incontinence.

Main Methods:

  • This study reviews the multifactorial nature of incontinence.
  • It proposes a diagnostic and therapeutic strategy extending beyond the urinary tract.

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  • The approach emphasizes creativity, persistence, and optimism.

    • Main Results:

    • A multifactorial strategy addressing non-urinary tract issues can improve incontinence management.
    • Successful outcomes are achievable with a comprehensive and persistent approach.
    • This approach benefits both patients and healthcare providers.

    Conclusions:

    • Incontinence is never normal and is treatable in all individuals.
    • Effective management requires looking beyond the urinary tract to address underlying causes.
    • A persistent, multifactorial, and optimistic approach enhances treatment success.