The prevalence and impact of urinary incontinence has been investigated much less in older men than in older women. It is suggested that those who perceive that their daily lives are affected should have priority for services. However, many people do not seek medical help, even though they may be severely affected.
Division of Primary Health Care, Department of Clinical Medicine, University of Bristol, Canynge Hall, Whiteladies Road, Bristol BS8 2PR. Helen.Stoddart@bristol.ac.uk
