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continence

[kon-tn-uhns] / ˈkɒn tn əns /


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They had had a tick list of tasks to complete and often that was too long to include meaningful engagement, support with eating or unhurried continence care.

From BBC

At other times, staff failed to change continence aids regularly enough.

From BBC

The brain’s ability to regulate bodily functions, like swallowing and continence, erodes.

From Los Angeles Times

She said children were being failed in areas where there was no dedicated children's continence service.

From BBC

When treating the prostate gland, for example, medics want to avoid damage to the nearby bladder or rectum, which could leave patients with lifelong continence issues.

From BBC