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Current Bladder Dysfunction Reports
Published in: Current Bladder Dysfunction Reports 4/2019

01-12-2019 | Voiding Disorder | Reconstructed Bladder Function & Dysfunction (M Kaufman, Section Editor)

Dilemmas in Management of the Geriatric Bladder

Authors: Siobhan M. Hartigan, W. Stuart Reynolds, Phillip P. Smith

Published in: Current Bladder Dysfunction Reports | Issue 4/2019

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Abstract

Purpose of Review

In this article, we will review current dilemmas regarding evaluation and management of the geriatric bladder incorporating concepts of normal changes of aging as well as common lower urinary tract dysfunction.

Recent Findings

Increasing age leads to functional changes in essentially all organ systems including the genitourinary system. Understanding the natural changes with age of the bladder as well as the signs and symptoms of pathologic conditions is paramount to diagnosis and treatment of urologic conditions in the geriatric population.

Summary

There are several conundrums in the diagnosis and evaluation of the geriatric bladder including the ability of the bladder to store, empty, as well as sensitivity disturbances. Diagnostic testing and goals of treatment should be individualized for each patient and personalized to consider patient comorbidities, limitations, and expectations.
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Metadata
Title
Dilemmas in Management of the Geriatric Bladder
Authors
Siobhan M. Hartigan
W. Stuart Reynolds
Phillip P. Smith
Publication date
01-12-2019
Publisher
Springer US
Published in
Current Bladder Dysfunction Reports / Issue 4/2019
Print ISSN: 1931-7212
Electronic ISSN: 1931-7220
DOI
https://doi.org/10.1007/s11884-019-00541-8

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