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The continuum of urinary incontinence in an aging population

Urinary incontinence (UI) is a common condition in persons over 65 years of age. In the United States alone, there is a 30% prevalence rate in the community and greater than 50% prevalence in nursing homes.1 Even though prevalence increases with age, UI is never normal and it remains treatable regardless of age.

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