Nocturia: Etiology, Pathology, Risk Factors, Treatment and Emerging Therapies

Nocturia: Etiology, Pathology, Risk Factors, Treatment and Emerging Therapy includes the background, prevalence, etiology, risk factors, adverse effects and morbidity, as well as current and emerging treatments related to nocturia. Often considered a normal part of aging, nocturia can often be overlooked as a risk factor associated with serious outcomes such as mortality, morbidity, negative economic implications and decreased quality of life. This book provides comprehensive information on all aspects of nocturia as well as how the emerging therapies can provide safe, effective and low-cost treatment.

This is an important reference for researchers, urologists and clinicians interested in improving diagnosis and treatment of nocturia.

Explores the high prevalence of nocturia, reflecting on it as a normal part of aging and a serious indicator of illnessesPresents the etiology of Nocturia to better determine its life-threatening consequencesIllustrates the causes of Nocturia and how to address themOutlines the consequences of the condition

1. Introduction and Background
2. Etiology, Pathology and Risk Factors
3. Epidemiology and Prevalence
4. Adverse Effects and Co-Morbidity
5. Diagnosis, Assessment and Examination
6. Management and Treatments
7. Emerging Novel Therapies
8. Summary and Conclusion