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Practical consensus guidelines for the management of enuresis.

Johan Vande Walle¹, Soren Rittig, Stuart Bauer

¹Pediatric Nephrology Unit, Ghent University Hospital, Ghent, Belgium. johan.vandewalle@uzgent.be

European Journal of Pediatrics

|February 25, 2012

Summary

This guideline provides pediatricians with tools to effectively manage enuresis (bedwetting). It offers two assessment strategies for optimal evaluation and treatment, improving care for children with bedwetting.

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Area of Science:

Pediatric Urology
Nephrology
Clinical Guidelines

Background:

Enuresis (bedwetting) is highly prevalent, yet medical training for its management is often inadequate, leading to suboptimal patient care.
Inconsistent evaluation and treatment protocols impact children with enuresis and their families.
Distinguishing between monosymptomatic and non-monosymptomatic enuresis is crucial for appropriate management.

Framework:

Presents two distinct assessment strategies for enuresis management.
Strategy 1: A basic, single-visit assessment focusing on essential diagnostic components.
Strategy 2: A more comprehensive approach involving a voiding diary and multiple visits.

Implementation:

Provides practical tools such as checklists, diary templates, and flowcharts.
Aims to standardize the evaluation and treatment of enuresis in primary and secondary pediatric care.
Endorsed by major international pediatric urology and nephrology societies.

Implications:

Facilitates more effective and efficient management of enuresis.
Empowers general pediatric practices with tools for complete enuresis evaluation and successful treatment.
Potential to improve outcomes for children suffering from enuresis.