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Impact of Urinary Incontinence on Quality of Life – Literature Review
1 Doris Dušković*
1 Sanja Ledinski Fičko
1 University of Applied Health Sciences, Zagreb, Croatia
* Undergraduate nursing student at University of Applied Health Sciences, Zagreb, Croatia
Article received: 07.11.2022.
Article accepted: 12.12.2022.
Author for correspondence:
Sanja Ledinski Fičko
University of Applied Health Sciences Mlinarska cesta 38, Zagreb, Croatia
E-mail: sanja.ledinski-ficko@zvu.hr
https://doi.org/10.24141/2/6/2/7
Keywords: nurse, patient, quality of life, urinary incontinence
Abstract
Introduction. Urinary
incontinence is the uncon- trolled outflow of urine at the age of a
person’s life when it should be under voluntary control. It oc- curs in
both sexes but is more common in women. Incontinence is a major social,
medical and hygienic problem. Quality of life is seriously threatened
when incontinence occurs and limits the individual’s daily functioning.
Aim.
To identify the impact of urinary incontinence on the quality of life
by reviewing research papers and professional literature.
Methods. The
study was focused on the analysis of data on the quality of life of
patients diagnosed with urinary incontinence. Articles published
between 2017 and 2022 that were recognized as relevant for the
investigation were used. Seven articles were se- lected for
investigation.
Results. The
results are shown in two steps. The first step consisted of finding
suitable, high-quality research papers. The second step was the
analysis of the relevant papers.
Conclusion. Urinary
incontinence is proven to have a great effect on the quality of life
and brings with it a number of mental problems such as loss of self-es-
teem, feelings of discomfort, insecurity, withdrawal and depression. It
is important to recognize urinary incontinence on time and implement
appropriate treatment methods in order to maintain a level of quality
of life that is acceptable for the individual.
