Current issues in the management of female urinary incontinence
- PMID: 18557555
- DOI: 10.12968/hmed.2008.69.5.29361
Current issues in the management of female urinary incontinence
Abstract
Urinary incontinence can affect the quality of life of many women at all ages. When assessing a woman with urinary incontinence, it is important to establish the type and severity of problem to allow provision of the correct type of treatment. This article highlights current issues in the diagnosis and management of this condition.
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