On Demand November 17, 2005

Loss of Bladder Control Across the Adult Population

Original Broadcast Date: November 17, 2005 | (1 hour)

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Program Overview

Panel Discussion Includes:
(1) Explanation of incontinence symptoms and lower urinary tract function.
(2) Prevalence statistics.
(3) How incontinence is diagnosed.
(4) Treatment, including nonsurgical, behavioral and medication options.
(5) Surgical intervention for women and men.
(6) Prevention strategies for maintaining urinary health.
(7) Management options, including the use of absorbent products.
(8) Fecal incontinence and bowel health.
(9) The role of the healthcare professional in motivating consumers to seek help for their incontinence.

Faculty

Jan Busby-Whitehead, MD
Division Chief of Geriatric Medicine
University of North Carolina School of Medicine

Nancy Muller
Executive Director
National Association For Continence

AnnaMarie Connolly, MD
Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology
University of North Carolina School of Medicine

John Lavelle, MB
Assistant Professor of Urology
University of North Carolina School of Medicine

Moderated by: Stephanie Crayton
Public Affairs and Marketing, University of North Carolina School of Medicine Program

Contact Hours

None for this program.

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