| Topic: |
kidney and urologic diseases (ku) |
| Title: |
Better Bladder and Bowel Control. |
| Author: |
Ince, S. |
| Source: |
Boston, MA: Harvard Health Publications. 2007. 51 p. |
| Availability: |
Available from Harvard Health publications. 10 Shattuck Street, Suite 612, Boston, MA 02115. Website: www.health.harvard.edu. Price: $24.00. |
| Abstract: |
This special report from the Harvard Medical School reviews the problems of urinary and fecal incontinence, with a focus on prevention and treatment strategies. The publication covers the causes of incontinence, the most effective medications, surgical advances, and natural treatments. Topics in the section about urinary incontinence include the anatomy of the urinary system, the types of urinary incontinence, diagnostic tests that may be used to confirm the presence of urinary incontinence, lifestyle changes and medications to treat urinary incontinence, neurological strategies, surgical techniques, containment options, collection devices, leakage barriers, catheterization, vaginal support devices, skin care, odor control, and emotional concerns. The final section is about fecal incontinence, covering the anatomy of fecal incontinence, how fecal incontinence can develop, diagnostic tests that may be used, the physical examination, dietary and medication treatments, the use of pelvic muscle exercises and biofeedback, surgical treatments, containment and collection options, enemas and suppositories, skin care, reducing odor, and emotional concerns. The document concludes with a glossary of terms and a list of resources that includes organizations and publications. 15 figures. 2 tables. |
| Format: |
Monograph/Book |
| Language: |
English. |
| Major Keywords: |
Urologic Diseases. Urinary Incontinence. Fecal Incontinence. Symptoms. Etiology. Diagnosis. Therapy. Patient Care Management. |
| Minor Keywords: |
Diagnostic Tests. Risk Factors. Drug Therapy. Biofeedback. Kegel Exercises. Pelvic Floor. Pathology. Anatomy. Equipment and Supplies. Catheterization. Neurophysiology. Bladder. Surgery. Patient Education. |
| Publication Number: |
KUBK11769 |
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