Correlations between the ICIQ-SF score and urodynamic findings

Area of Science:

• Urology
• Gynecology
• Geriatrics

Background:

• Urge incontinence significantly impacts quality of life.
• Objective urodynamic assessment is crucial for diagnosis.
• The International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Short Form (ICIQ-SF) is a widely used patient-reported outcome measure.

Purpose of the Study:

• To investigate the correlation between ICIQ-SF scores and urodynamic parameters in patients with urge incontinence.
• To evaluate the effectiveness of antimuscarinic therapy in improving ICIQ-SF scores and urodynamic findings.

Main Methods:

• Prospective study involving 60 patients (18 male, 42 female) with urge incontinence.
• Patients completed the ICIQ-SF and underwent subtracted cystometry.
• Antimuscarinic therapy was administered for 3 months, followed by repeat cystometry and ICIQ-SF scoring.

Main Results:

• Statistically significant differences were observed in pre- and post-treatment ICIQ-SF scores, first sensation, cystometric capacity, maximum detrusor pressure, and compliance (P<0.01).
• A negative correlation was found between pre-treatment ICIQ-SF score and first sensation (r=-0.266, P<0.05).
• A positive correlation was identified between pre-treatment ICIQ-SF score and maximum detrusor pressure (r=0.4, P<0.01).

Conclusions:

• ICIQ-SF scoring is a practical and reliable tool for evaluating patients with urge incontinence at baseline and post-treatment.
• A significant correlation exists between ICIQ-SF scores and key urodynamic parameters.
• Antimuscarinic therapy demonstrated efficacy in improving both subjective symptoms and objective urodynamic findings.