Introducing Incontinence Clinic at Fortis Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road: A Patient-Centric Approach to Urinary Leakage

Urinary incontinence—uncontrolled leakage of urine—is one of the most common and distressing health problems affecting people across all age groups. Despite being widespread, it often goes unspoken due to embarrassment or lack of awareness. 

To address this major social and clinical challenge, Fortis Hospitals, Bannerghatta Road has launched a revolutionary, patient-centric OPD model designed to offer focused, comprehensive care in Urology and Urogynecology. 

In this blog, Dr. Mohan Keshavamurthy, Principal Director, explains the concept behind the new Incontinence Clinic and how it aims to transform care for patients struggling with urinary leakage. 

A Focused Solution for a Common Problem 

Urinary incontinence is not limited to any one gender or age group—it affects children, men, and women alike. Recognizing the need for structured, specialized care, Fortis has introduced the Incontinence Clinic, the first in a series of four specialized OPDs dedicated to complex urological conditions. 

This clinic is built on a single-stop solution model, where patients receive accurate diagnosis, specialized investigations, and tailored treatment plans—all under one roof. 

What the Incontinence Clinic Offers 

The clinic provides customized packages that include: 

The packages are designed separately for: 

Understanding Different Types of Urinary Incontinence 

Dr. Mohan explains that urinary leakage can occur due to a variety of reasons. Common forms include: 

1. Urge Incontinence 

A sudden, intense urge to urinate followed by leakage—patients often cannot reach the bathroom in time. 

2. Stress Incontinence 

Leakage triggered by activities like laughing, coughing, sneezing, lifting, or standing up from a seated position. More common in women. 

3. Overflow Incontinence 

Unknowingly leaking urine due to an obstruction in the urinary tract. 
This is typically seen in elderly men with prostate enlargement (BPH). 

4. Neurogenic Incontinence 

Loss of bladder control due to nerve damage. 
This can occur after: 

5. Anatomical Causes 

Leakage due to abnormal connections (fistulas) between the: 

Why the Incontinence Clinic Matters