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This is incorrect. Ageing causes a decline in the glomerular filtration rate.
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b
The glomerular filtration rate increases
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This is incorrect. Ageing results in a stiffer bladder wall which is not able to hold as much volume as before.
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e
The bladder wall becomes more flexible and elastic
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This is incorrect. The prostate increases in size during ageing in men with benign prostatic hyperplasia being a common medical condition in this population.
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c
Prostatic gland shrinks
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This is correct. Ageing causes a decline in the glomerular filtration rate. Nephron loss also occurs.
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a
The glomerular filtration rate declines
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This is incorrect. Ageing does not cause the urethral mucosa to hypertrophy.
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d
Urethral mucosa hypertrophies
Concept
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Urinary system and ageing
Topic
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Ageing
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How does the urinary system change during ageing?
a