Urinary incontinence in older men: protocol for a scoping review of risk factors.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Urinary incontinence (UI) is common among older men. Epidemiological studies have established many risk factors for UI but these studies are not always specific to men aged 65 and above. The literature is yet to be systematically and comprehensively reviewed to identify UI risk factors specific to these men. Such evidence is required for the development of evidence-based interventions. This scoping review will synthesise evidence regarding UI risk factors in older men.

Methods and analysis

The Joanna Briggs Institute (JBI) method for scoping reviews will guide the conduct of this scoping review and its reporting alongside the Preferred Reporting Items for Systematic Reviews and Meta-analyses extension for scoping reviews checklist. JBI's Population, Concept and

SUBMITTER: Olagundoye O 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC9923276 | biostudies-literature | 2023 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature