RT Book, Section A1 Tarnay, Christopher M. A2 DeCherney, Alan H. A2 Nathan, Lauren A2 Laufer, Neri A2 Roman, Ashley S. SR Print(0) ID 56972766 T1 Chapter 42. Urinary Incontinence & Pelvic Floor Disorders T2 CURRENT Diagnosis & Treatment: Obstetrics & Gynecology, 11e YR 2013 FD 2013 PB The McGraw-Hill Companies PP New York, NY SN 978-0-07-163856-2 LK obgyn.mhmedical.com/content.aspx?aid=56972766 RD 2024/04/16 AB Pelvic floor disorders (PFDs) include urinary incontinence, pelvic organ prolapse, fecal incontinence, and other sensory and emptying abnormalities of the lower urinary and gastrointestinal tracts. Nearly one-quarter of all women and more than one-third of older women reported symptoms of at least 1 pelvic floor disorder. The prevalence of PFDs increase as women age. Advances in modern medicine during the last 80 years have increased the life expectancy of women well into the eighth and ninth decades. We are caring for patients longer and better than ever, effectively managing chronic medical problems such as hypertension, cardiovascular disease, and diabetes, enabling women to enjoy longer and more productive lives. Using US Census data projections, by 2030, more than one-fifth of women will be 65 years of age or older. This will result in a large population of women living up to one-third of their life after menopause, thereby introducing a whole host of medical issues and health concerns.