ACOG bulletin on urinary incontinence. (American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists) From: American Family Physician | Date: April 1, 1996 | COPYRIGHT 1996 American Academy of Family Physicians. This material is published under license from the publisher through the Gale Group, Farmington Hills, Michigan.  All inquiries regarding rights should be directed to the Gale Group.Copyright information

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists (ACOG) has published a 10-page technical bulletin (ACOG Technical Bulletin no. 213) on urinary incontinence. The bulletin covers the etiology, diagnosis and treatment of urinary incontinence, as well as patient education and counseling issues. The section on treatment includes discussions on palliative measures, behavioral therapy, pelvic muscle exercises, biofeedback, devices for control of urinary incontinence, pharmacotherapy...

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