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[Complaint of urinary loss: a silent woman's problem]
Giselle Maria Duarte Menezes1, Francisco José Maia Pinto, Francisca Alexandra Araújo da Silva
1Universidade Federal do Ceará, Enfermeira da Prefeitura Municipal de Fortaleza, Ceará, Brasil. gmdmenezes@gmail.com
Revista Gaucha De Enfermagem
|June 29, 2012
Summary
Urinary incontinence significantly impacts daily life for over 60% of women in Fortaleza, Brazil. Low educational level was the only factor associated with this prevalent condition, affecting daily activities severely.
Area of Science:
- Urology
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Urinary incontinence is a common condition affecting women's quality of life.
- Understanding its prevalence and impact is crucial for targeted interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the prevalence of urinary incontinence among women attending a health center in Fortaleza, Ceará, Brazil.
- To assess the impact of urinary incontinence on the daily lives of these women.
Main Methods:
- A cross-sectional, analytical, and quantitative study was conducted.
- 168 women with hypertension and/or diabetes were interviewed using the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire.
- Inferential analysis included chi-square and Fisher's exact tests.
Main Results:
- A high prevalence of urinary incontinence (61.0%) was observed.
- Low educational level was significantly associated with incontinence.
- For 55.5% of affected women, urinary loss severely interfered with daily life, often occurring during coughing, sneezing, or before reaching the bathroom.
Conclusions:
- Urinary incontinence is highly prevalent in this population and has a significant negative impact on women's daily lives.
- Low educational attainment is a key risk factor.
- Further research and interventions are needed to address this public health issue.
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