This course is devoted to women. It consists of a selection of articles to develop knowledge around caring for bladder management in women.
Here is a collection of articles for you to choose from to develop your specialist knowledge around female bladder health. Articles cover basic information of the female urinary system, to common symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction, hearing from experts about barriers to IC and keeping healthy throughout the menopause
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The Urinary System is responsible for the eliminating of waste and extra fluid in the body, by making and excreting urine.
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Illness, ageing or injury, can lead to loss of bladder control by impacting the bladder’s ability to store and empty urine.
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A rectocele is a bulge in the anterior or posterior rectal wall, that traps stool resulting in incomplete emptying. In this article you will learn more about this common condition.
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Pelvic floor dysfunction (PFD) refers to a broad constellation of symptoms and anatomical changes related to abnormal function of the structures within the pelvic floor complex, which includes the supportive fibrous tissue called fascia, the blood and nerve supply and in particular the pelvic floor musculature.
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In this webinar you will hear from Consultant Physiotherapist Julia Herbert talking on pelvic floor dysfunction, the associated symptoms and the management options that are available.
Ortega et al conducted this retrospective study at a pelvic floor disorder center to evaluate the impact of constipation on urogenital symptoms in women. Bowel problems in women are hypothesized to be associated with the presence and severity of urogenital symptoms and linked to pelvic floor dysfunction.
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Urinary tract infection is a troublesome issue that can have a very negative impact on quality of life for many patients. It can also lead to kidney damage and sepsis, a life-threatening condition.
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Urinary tract infections are complex and occur as a result of interactions between the uropathogen and host and involves several processes as well as many different risk factors. The most common bacteria found to cause UTIs is Escherichia coli (E. coli), about 90 percent of the time. Watch this descriptive stepwise animation for a clear understanding of the sequential process of how a UTI occurs.
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A new angle that increases dignity for women and IC. In this Webinar, we explore the common challenges women may face when starting or living with intermittent catheterisation (IC).
Women affected by bladder dysfunction often face gender-specific challenges. Besides the physical demands of female catheterisation, women also experience more complications, such as urinary tract infections (UTIs).
LoFric Elle not only makes it possible for more women to self-catheterise, it also strengthens their confidence and provides independence. LoFric Elle is for every woman.
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The angle changes everything. This is the new way for women to self-catheterise. LoFric Elle is an innovative solution, easy to learn, use and teach.
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Tailor-made for women’s needs. LoFric Sense is small and discreet, yet still long enough for complete bladder emptying.
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