Primer of Geriatric Urology

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Thomas J. Guzzo, George W. Drach, Alan J. Wein
Springer, 29 lug 2016 - 237 pagine

The field of geriatric urology continues to evolve and expand since the publication of the first edition of this book. The second edition of this book builds upon the previous addition and provides an introductory overview of the demographics of our aging population and their unique needs. It also provides an in depth review of urologic conditions and their treatment in the elderly patient population. The second edition also includes new and updated information with regard to management of the geriatric urology patient. Chapters were written by members of the faculty of the University of Pennsylvania. Each faculty member included has specific areas of expertise related to their topics.

Primer of Geriatric Urology, Second Edition will be of interest to urologists, residents, fellows and allied health professionals including physician’s assistants and nurse practitioners who treat urologic patients. Additionally, this book will also be of interest to primary care providers treating elderly patients.

 

Sommario

Introduction Aging
1
Approach to the Elderly Patient Evaluation
7
Urologic Office Procedures
15
Medication Issues
33
Perioperative Care of the Geriatric Urology Patient
43
Complications Particular to the Elderly
64
Urologic Oncology
77
Use of Adjunctive Services
109
Urology in the Nursing Home
118
Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms
129
Behavioral Intervention for Lower Urinary Tract Symptoms in Older Adults
149
Geriatric Sexuality
163
Index
228
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Informazioni sull'autore (2016)

Thomas J. Guzzo Department of Surgery, Division of Urology Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

George W. Drach, Department of Surgery Perelman Center for Advanced Medicine, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Alan J. Wein, University of Pennsylvania Health System, Perelman School of Medicine Perelman Center for Advanced Health, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA

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