Part of the Oxford American Pocket Notes series, this practical, up-to-date guide covers the pathophysiology, etiology, and clinical features of overactive bladder.

• Introduction


• Incidence and Prevalence


• Defi nition of Overactive Bladder


• Clinical Presentations of Overactive Bladder


• Diff erential Diagnosis of Overactive Bladder


• Diagnostic Evaluation


• Treatment


• Medications


• Surgical Treatment


• Incontinence-Associated Dermatitis (Diaper Rash)


• Appendix A


• Appendix B


• References

Jerry G. Blaivas, MD, is Clinical Professor of Urology at
Weill Medical College of Cornell University and Adjunct Professor of Urology at SUNY, Downstate Medical School in New York, NY.
Rajveer S. Purohit, MD, MPH, is Clinical Instructor, Department of Urology at Weill Medical College of Cornell University in New York, NY.