Akademik Veri Yönetim Sistemi
Turk Pediatri Arsivi, cilt.42, sa.4, ss.133-135, 2007 (SCI-Expanded, Scopus, TRDizin)
Urinary incontinence which is defined as the involuntary loss of urine is a very common clinical problem in childhood. Its etiology includes delayed bladder control, effects of environmental and social factors on toilet training, urinary tract infection, anatomic abnormalities of lower urinary tract and neurogenic disorders. The more common cause of childhood urinary incontinence is non-neurogenic abnormalities classified as anatomic abnormalities or bladder dysfunction. Voiding dysfunction is associated with vesicoureteral reflux and urinary infection. Diagnostic evaluation is essential to differentiate the causes of urinary incontinence and to determine the best therapy.