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Continence technologies whitepaper: Informing new engineering science research

Authors :
Katherine Jeays-Ward
Nicola Murdoch Heron
Vee Mapunde
Ali Alazmani
Russell Pearson
Elena Mancuso
Sarah King
Paul F. Vollebregt
Peter Culmer
Richard M. Day
Michael Bryant
Lynne Corner
Source :
Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine. 233:138-153
Publication Year :
2018
Publisher :
SAGE Publications, 2018.

Abstract

Advances in healthcare technology for continence have historically been limited compared to other areas of medicine, reflecting the complexities of the condition and social stigma which act as a barrier to participation. This whitepaper has been developed to inspire and direct the engineering science community towards research opportunities that exist for continence technologies that address unmet needs in diagnosis, treatment and long-term management. Our aim is to pinpoint key challenges and highlight related research opportunities for novel technological advances. To do so, we draw on experience and expertise from academics, clinicians, patients and patient groups linked to continence healthcare. This is presented in four areas of consideration: the clinical pathway, patient perspective, research challenges and effective innovation. In each we introduce seminal research, background information and demonstrative case-studies, before discussing their relevance to engineering science researchers who are interested in approaching this overlooked but vital area of healthcare.

Details

ISSN :
20413033 and 09544119
Volume :
233
Database :
OpenAIRE
Journal :
Proceedings of the Institution of Mechanical Engineers, Part H: Journal of Engineering in Medicine
Accession number :
edsair.doi.dedup.....4b3e79686e7beec59a3adf286025ebe3
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1177/0954411918784073