Overactive bladder syndrome in the ageing population

Abstract

Overactive bladder syndrome (OAB) is a common problem in the older age group that can seriously effect quality of life. It raises challenges in the assessment and treatment of the patient with attention needed to be given to the presence of co-existent disease, cognition, patient motivation and the potential negative effects of pharmacological treatment. Though with the correct approach a substantial amount patients should derive some benefit.

Keywords

• Mdicine
• Gynaecology
• Urology
• OAB
• Elderly