Nonsurgical Treatment of Urinary Incontinence in Elderly Women
- Autores: William P. Parker, Tomas Lindor Griebling
- Localización: Clinics in geriatric medicine, ISSN 0749-0690, Vol. 31, Nº. 4, 2015 (Ejemplar dedicado a: Geriatric Urology), págs. 471-485
- Idioma: inglés
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Resumen
Urinary incontinence is a prevalent condition in elderly women with significant associated morbidity. Incontinence can by grouped into several types: stress incontinence, urgency incontinence, overflow incontinence, functional incontinence, and mixed urinary incontinence. Careful evaluation, including history and physical examination, is critical to making the correct diagnosis and guiding therapy. A variety of nonsurgical treatments, including behavioral therapies, pelvic floor muscle exercise, medications, and other treatments, are available; can be successful for many older women; and may preclude the need for surgery. Working closely with the patient, understanding her goals of care, and targeting treatments accordingly are essential for success.
