Although the prevalence of urinary incontinence is 51% among women and 14% among men, it is significantly under-reported by patients and under-diagnosed by clinicians, according to a recent article by Home Healthcare Nurse.
Financial costs for women older than 65 years of age are $7.6 billion per year.
Urinary incontinence is also very costly to health. It is a frequent cause of falls in older adults, related to hurrying to try to get to the bathroom in time.
Physical results of urinary incontinence often include pressure sores, urinary tract infections, institutionalization, depression, isolation, and decreased mobility.
Identifying Urinary Incontinence in the Home Setting – Home Healthcare Nurse
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