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Obesity in elderly people with nocturia: cause or consequence?
1Centre of Family Medicine, Karolinska Institute, Stockholm, Sweden.
The Canadian Journal of Urology
|February 28, 2007
Summary
Frequent nighttime urination (nocturia) is linked to increased body weight, especially in women. This condition may also disrupt sleep and appetite, contributing to obesity risk.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Sleep Medicine
- Obesity Research
Background:
- Nocturia, the need to urinate at night, is a common issue affecting older adults.
- The relationship between nocturia, sleep quality, and body weight requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between nocturia and body weight in an elderly population.
- To explore the link between nocturia, sleep patterns, and eating habits.
Main Methods:
- A questionnaire survey was administered to 10,216 members of a Swedish pensioners' association.
- Data from 6,103 participants were analyzed, assessing nocturia frequency, body mass index (BMI), and eating behaviors.
Main Results:
- Body mass index (BMI) showed a positive correlation with the number of nocturnal micturition episodes in women.
- While not statistically significant in men, BMI trended upwards with increased nocturia.
- Nocturnal eating habits and daytime appetite loss were associated with increased nocturia in both sexes.
Conclusions:
- Increased nocturnal voiding is associated with higher body weight and obesity.
- Nocturia may contribute to obesity risk through disrupted sleep and altered appetite regulation.
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