HomeCare Challenges

With a growing ageing population, a greater prevalence of chronic or complex urological conditions, and the ongoing pressure on the NHS, the demand for home care is on the rise.

The growing need for homecare

At BD HomeCare, we prioritize partnership and collaboration to reduce the burden on the NHS and minimize patient wait times. We support understaffed teams and streamline the discharge process, ensuring a smooth transition from acute care to the community so patients aren't lost in the system. Our goal is to meet the growing demand for high-quality, convenient, and comfortable continence care. We believe every individual deserves to live their life to the fullest.

Effective homecare services can save valuable NHS resources whilst restoring dignity to people and improving their quality of life. We pride ourselves on getting to the heart of healthcare challenges so we can optimise our support for you… and that’s why we’ve got the solution.

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Patient burden

In Europe, a systematic review of published prevalence, incidence and risk factor data for female urinary incontinence (UI) from 2000–2010, revealed that UI prevalence ranged from 14–69%. ¹

Lower urinary tract symptoms are common in elderly people, having significant effects on individuals, caregivers and the wider healthcare system.² In primary care, urological issues are the third most common type of complaint in patients 65 and over: accounting for at least a part of 47% of office visits.³ The prevalence of long-term catheter use also increases with age, particularly amongst men.⁴

Urological conditions such as urinary incontinence can restrict the enjoyment someone feels in life.⁵

People may feel embarrassed, with low of self-esteem and physical attractiveness, which can lead to a deterioration in sexual and physical activity, loneliness and depression.⁵

At BD HomeCare, we’re committed to helping you to inspire your patients to take control of their urological condition and live their lives fearlessly

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Neurological disorders

Such as spinal cord injury, multiple sclerosis, stroke, and Parkinson’s disease can lead to lower urinary tract dysfunction.⁶

Up to

60%

of patients admitted to hospital after a stroke are affected by urinary incontinence⁶
Up to

70%

of patients with Parkinson’s disease develop neurogenic detrusor overactivity of the bladder⁶
Over

90%

of patients with multiple sclerosis suffer from lower urinary tract symptoms 10 years after disease onset⁷
53%

of patients with dementia are affected by urinary incontinence⁸
More than

80%

of spinal cord injury patients experience some degree of bladder dysfunction^9*

9*. Based on data from the US.

Our BD HomeCare solution is designed to equip you with the tools you need to deliver safe and efficient urological care that minimally impacts your patient’s lifestyle and empowers them to achieve their best possible quality of life

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