Effects of urge urinary incontinence on quality of life in older people

Article Abstract:

Recent surveys of urinary urge incontinence and quality of life effects among older adults are discussed. Issues discussed include the strengths and weaknesses of the incontinence surveys, differences in target populations, and the need for new studies focusing on the impact of incontinence in older men.

Author: Ouslander, Joseph G., Burgio, Kathryn
Publisher: Blackwell Publishers Ltd.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 1999
Aged, Elderly, Surveys, Urinary incontinence, Quality of life

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Compliance with CPAP therapy in older men with obstructive sleep apnea

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Research indicates that compliance in male patients with sleep apnea is linked to attendance at patient education and support groups. Studies were conducted on subjects 65 years of age and older undergoing continuous positive airway pressure (CPAP) therapy.

Author: Russo-Magno, Patricia, O'Brien, Aidan, Panciera, Toni, Rounds, Sharon
Publisher: Blackwell Publishers Ltd.
Publication Name: Journal of the American Geriatrics Society
Subject: Seniors
ISSN: 0002-8614
Year: 2001
United States, Care and treatment, Statistical Data Included, Usage, Evaluation, Respirators, Respiratory protective equipment, Patient compliance, Patient education, Sleep apnea syndromes, Sleep apnea

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