What Are the Risk Factors for Developing Stress Incontinence in Cancer Patients?
Several factors can increase the risk of stress incontinence in cancer patients: - Surgical procedures like prostatectomy or hysterectomy - Radiation therapy, which can weaken the pelvic floor muscles - Chemotherapy, which can affect nerve function - Tumor growth that puts pressure on the bladder or urethra - Age, as older patients are more prone to muscle and tissue degeneration
