In the final analysis, the chances of older adults suffering from urinary incontinence are fairly high given that the population will increasingly include older adults, many of whom will be among the very old.
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Appendix A
Types of Urinary Incontinence
Type of Urinary Incontinence
Description
Stress incontinence
This condition occurs when intraabdominal pressure exceeds urethral resistance. A number of causes are rooted in anatomic damage to the urethral sphincter and weakened bladder neck supports. This phenomenon may occur when an individual sneezes, coughs, bends over, or lifts a heavy object. The amount of urine leakage is...
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