Description
Nocturia: Etiology, Pathology, Risk Factors, Treatment and Emerging Therapy includes the background, prevalence, etiology, risk factors, adverse effects and morbidity, as well as current and emerging treatments related to nocturia. Often considered a normal part of aging, nocturia can often be overlooked as a risk factor associated with serious outcomes such as mortality, morbidity, negative economic implications and decreased quality of life. This book provides comprehensive information on all aspects of nocturia as well as how the emerging therapies can provide safe, effective and low-cost treatment.This is an important reference for researchers, urologists and clinicians interested in improving diagnosis and treatment of nocturia.- Explores the high prevalence of nocturia, reflecting on it as a normal part of aging and a serious indicator of illnesses- Presents the etiology of Nocturia to better determine its life-threatening consequences- Illustrates the causes of Nocturia and how to address them- Outlines the consequences of the condition
Table of Contents
1. Introduction and Background2. Etiology, Pathology and Risk Factors3. Epidemiology and Prevalence4. Adverse Effects and Co-Morbidity5. Diagnosis, Assessment and Examination6. Management and Treatments7. Emerging Novel Therapies8. Summary and Conclusion
