The management of urinary incontinence.
Urinary incontinence is defined as the involuntary loss of urine which is a social or hygienic problem and is objectively demonstrable. It is common in the general population and not all patients will report the presence of the problem because of, among other things, embarrassment. Assessment is important and should be multi-disciplinary. It includes a history, physical examination and some simple tests. A bladder chart kept by the patient aids assessment. Most patients can then be categorized and further testing planned. These tests are usually invasive and include urodynamic tests and electromyographic studies. With their conclusion treatment can be instituted, such as bladder training, drugs and various aids and appliances.
D004576:Electromyography; D004775:Enuresis / Q000175:diagnosis; D005260:Female; D006801:Humans; D008297:Male; D011469:Prostatic Diseases / Q000150:complications; D014521:Urethra / Q000503:physiopathology; D001743:Urinary Bladder / Q000503:physiopathology; D014549:Urinary Incontinence / Q000175:diagnosis* / Q000209:etiology / Q000628:therapy; D014550:Urinary Incontinence, Stress / Q000628:therapy; D014563:Urodynamics