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Urinary incontinence in the elderly: a growing problem that needs attention

D Robinson1

  • 1Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology, Bowman Gray School of Medicine of Wake Forest University, Winston-Salem, North Carolina, NC 27157, USA.

Current Opinion in Obstetrics & Gynecology
|November 14, 1997
PubMed
Summary

Urinary incontinence affects more elderly women due to aging and health decline. Effective treatments, including conservative and surgical options, are available even for the very elderly.

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Area of Science:

  • Gerontology
  • Urology
  • Women's Health

Background:

  • Aging populations are increasing globally.
  • Incontinence prevalence rises with age and declining health.
  • Elderly women with incontinence face unique challenges including comorbidities, cognitive decline, and resource limitations.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To highlight the growing issue of incontinence in the elderly, particularly women.
  • To emphasize the need for careful evaluation and management of incontinence in elderly women.
  • To discuss the success of various treatment modalities in this demographic.

Main Methods:

  • Review of current literature on geriatric incontinence.
  • Analysis of factors contributing to incontinence in elderly women.

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  • Evaluation of treatment outcomes for conservative and surgical interventions.

    • Main Results:

    • Incontinence is highly prevalent in the elderly, increasing with age and poorer health.
    • Elderly women present complex management needs due to multiple health issues.
    • Both conservative and surgical treatments demonstrate significant success rates.

    Conclusions:

    • Incontinence management in elderly women requires a comprehensive approach.
    • Successful treatment outcomes are achievable even in the oldest age groups.
    • Increased attention and resources are needed for geriatric incontinence.