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disorders contributing to overactive bladder & urge incontinence

Etiology: 1) impaired mobility (physical or mental) a) delirium b) restraint c) deconditioning d) injury or pain 2) increased production of urine a) hyperglycemia b) hypercalcemia c) polydipsia d) volume overload e) edema associated with venous insufficiency f) congestive heart failure 3) urinary tract disease a) urinary tract infection b) atrophic vaginitis c) urethritis d) stool impactation

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overactive bladder (OAB) urge incontinence

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References

  1. Erdem M & Chu FM Management of overactive bladder and urge urinary incontinence in the elderly patient. Am J Med 2006;119(3A):295