It is defined as the inability to prevent loss of urine from the bladder or the involuntary loss of urine from the bladder. It affects approximately 13 million Americans.
Incontinence is both a health and social problem.
Complications include depression, embarrassment, restricted activities, isolation, infection, falls, fractures, and sleep disturbances. The kidneys excrete urine, which passes via the ureters to the bladder. The bladder stores urine until it exits the body through the urethra. The kidneys typically excrete 1000-1500 ml of urine in 24 hours. The bladder is a hollow muscular organ.