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Validation of a severity index in female urinary incontinence and its implementation in an epidemiological survey.

Hogne Sandvik, Steinar Hunskaar, Arnfinn Seim, Ragnar Hermstad, A Vanvik, H. Bratt

Journal of Epidemiology & Community Health · 1993 · 509 citations · 13 references

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Abstract

The severity index may be a useful tool for assessing the severity of female urinary incontinence in epidemiological surveys. It is confirmed that urinary incontinence is very prevalent in adult women, but most should not be regarded as potential patients.

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