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Review
. 2011 May;95(3):539-54, x-xi.
doi: 10.1016/j.mcna.2011.02.006.

Incontinence

Alayne D Markland  1 , Camille P Vaughan, Theodore M Johnson 2nd, Kathryn L Burgio, Patricia S Goode
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Review

Incontinence

Alayne D Markland et al. Med Clin North Am. 2011 May.

Abstract

Urinary incontinence is a common problem among older women and men. Older adults are reluctant to seek treatment, and health care providers should inquire about symptoms. Treatment of urinary incontinence includes multiple, office-based modalities, such as behavioral approaches, medications, and devices. Older adults may also consider surgical options to improve urinary incontinence. Special consideration should be given to older adults with cognitive impairment and incontinence.

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