"In the past decade there have been significant advancements in understanding the etiology, molecular mechanisms, and best treatment options for lichen sclerosus (LS). However, to date there is a lack of published data on the costs of care, associated comorbidities, and quality of life associated with the condition." Read more about this study on the global costs associated with treatment of LS in Continence: https://lnkd.in/evDVqjne
About us
Mission Statement The International Continence Society is a registered charity with a global health focus which strives to improve the quality of life for people affected by urinary, bowel and pelvic floor disorders by advancing basic and clinical science through education, research, and advocacy. Vision Statement Within a global scientific and scholarly environment which supports clinical and basic research in continence and pelvic floor disorders, the ICS strives for excellence in: * International cooperation through affiliation with the ICS by other national and international societies working in related areas and through collaborative projects. *Global education of professionals by holding workshops and conferences and offering research and travel awards to centres of excellence; * Outreach programs to improve access to continence care for the developing world through education, advocacy and service; * Research by publication of research results at annual meetings, in the journal and by providing research scholarships and bursaries for professionals; * Developing and advancing standards and guidelines for good clinical practice by dedicated committees, educational sessions, and local workshops; * Advocacy and public awareness by developing fact sheets, holding an annual consumer meeting, having accessible information on the web site, and linking with other similar consumer groups.
- Website
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http://www.ics.org/
External link for International Continence Society (ICS)
- Industry
- Hospitals and Health Care
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Bristol
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1971
- Specialties
- Continence, Education, Urinary, Bowel, Pelvic floor disorders, Clinical, Nursing, Physiotherapy, Terminology standardisation, Surgery, Urology, NeuroUrology, UroGynecology, Research, Basic science, Urodynamics, Pediatric & transitional care, Continence promotion, and Fistula
Locations
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Primary
19 Portland Square
Bristol, BS2 8SJ, GB
Employees at International Continence Society (ICS)
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Stephanie Kotes
urology ~ neuro-urology ~ paediatric urology ~ adolescent and reconstructive urology ~ transition urology
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Sherif Mourad
Professor of Urology & Urogynecology at Faculty of Medicine, Ain Shams University, Egypt
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Prof. Dr. Tufan Tarcan
International Continence Society (ICS) şirketinde Committee Chair, Urodynamics Committee
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Laleh Amini Ricard MD
Gynaecological Surgeon Obstetrician
Updates
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Patient Forum coming to Madrid... Madrid Convention Bureau ha organizado el día 22 un acto de divulgación sobre los problemas de salud asociados a la afectación del suelo pélvico y tracto urinario inferior. Este acto tiene como objetivo ofrecer una información fiable sobre el diagnóstico y tratamiento de estos problemas de salud, acercar los profesionales a la ciudadanía y transmitir la necesidad de explicar a la sociedad lo que significan a todos los niveles estos problemas y la necesidad de abordarlos desde la sociedad y no solo desde la perspectiva del paciente. https://lnkd.in/e3Bx3-B7 #Incontinencia #dolorpelvico #prolapsodeorganospelvicos
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The Live Lounge programme planned for #ICS2024 brings you informal discussions by renowned experts and thought leaders. Held in the exhibition hall during breaks, you'll hear key ICS contributors discuss their involvement at ICS 2024 and have the opportunity to ask your pressing questions. Take advantage of this chance to engage with influential voices! https://lnkd.in/ewbH3yFn #ICSMeeting #LiveLounge
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Despite the known relationship between frailty and urinary incontinence, the components of frailty that are important in managing urinary incontinence remain unclear. This study investigates physical factors that influenced urinary incontinence. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/esdV8PM4 #Incontinence #UrinaryIncontinence #BowelManagement #Dementia #Geriatrics
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🎧📱Attending ICS 2024 Madrid? Don't forget to pack your headphones… The simultaneous translation of sessions can be directly accessed by your mobile phone, so you will need to bring along headphones that are compatible with your phone, ensuring you can fully engage with the latest knowledge share! #ICS2024 #ICSMeeting #ContinenceCare
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Don't miss out on registration savings - the rate increases to the on-site cost tomorrow. Register for ICS 2024 Madrid now to secure your place: https://lnkd.in/ex99p3Gg #ICS2024 #ICSMeeting #ContinenceCare #Incontinence
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ICS Members - it's time to cast your vote for this year's elections! Voting is open for incoming ICS Board of Trustee members. Have your say here: https://lnkd.in/eYiA5zyX
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This case study investigates bedwetting throughout the ages, from therapies such as drinking wine with shaved down testicle of a hare and flogging with nettles, through to more modern therapies including innovative alarm clocks. Since we've only really understood #NocturnalEnuresis in the last 50 years, this account of it's history provides an interesting insight into past centuries! Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eWfH8BJV
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Complete the quick Pelvic Floor Muscle Assessment Terminology survey by Sunday to help us understand the use of this updated terminology across all #continence disciplines. It takes around 5 minutes to take part and all responses are anonymous: https://lnkd.in/e6SZ7dXQ #PelvicFloor #PelvicFloorMuscle
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⏰Quick! The ePoster upload deadline is tomorrow. Don't miss out on having your ePosters published on the ICS website - ensure your abstracts are uploaded to your Abstract Centre: https://ow.ly/CeUN50Tr6iu (🔓You'll need to be logged into your ICS account to successfully upload your ePoster). #ICS2024