Nocturia in older people: a review of causes, consequences, assessment and management.
Int J Clin Pract
; 58(4): 366-73, 2004 Apr.
Article
in En
| MEDLINE
| ID: mdl-15161122
ABSTRACT
Nocturia is common in older people and it may be bothersome for both patients and carers. It is most commonly related to bladder storage difficulties and nocturnal polyuria. The former results most frequently from an uninhibited overactive bladder. The latter occurs as a consequence of age-associated changes in the circadian rhythm of urine excretion. The management of an overactive bladder includes both behavioural and drug treatment. The management options for nocturnal polyuria include an afternoon diuretic and desmopressin, but caution is required, particularly with the latter, as it can cause significant hyponatraemia.
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Collection:
01-internacional
Database:
MEDLINE
Main subject:
Urination Disorders
Type of study:
Diagnostic_studies
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Etiology_studies
Limits:
Adult
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Aged
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Aged80
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Humans
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Male
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Middle aged
Language:
En
Journal:
Int J Clin Pract
Journal subject:
MEDICINA
Year:
2004
Document type:
Article