Urinary incontinence and ultrasound imaging

Abstract

After completing this overview of incontinence in women, readers will be able to: Explain why urinary incontinence is an under-reported condition. Describe the urinary tract. Identify risk factors for urinary incontinence. List and describe different classifications of urinary incontinence. Explain the roles of the medical history, physical examination and urinalysis in helping clinicians diagnose and treat urinary incontinence. Describe urinary incontinence diagnostic procedures. Explain the importance of ultrasound in urinary incontinence diagnosis and treatment. Discuss the potential role of ultrasound as a urinary incontinence screening tool. Classify and categorize urinary incontinence treatments from least to most invasive.