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Generalized joint hypermobility and voiding dysfunction in children: is there any relationship?

Abdol-Mohammad Kajbafzadeh, Lida Sharifi-Rad, Seyedeh Sanam Ladi Seyedian

    European Journal of Pediatrics
    |August 21, 2013
    PubMed

    Insights

    Children with voiding dysfunction show a higher prevalence of generalized joint hypermobility (GJH). This finding suggests a potential link between GJH and pediatric voiding issues, warranting further investigation.

    Area of Science:

    • Pediatric Urology
    • Rheumatology
    • Genetics

    Background:

    • Voiding dysfunction is a common pediatric urology issue with complex causes.
    • Generalized joint hypermobility (GJH) is a condition affecting connective tissues.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To investigate the prevalence of GJH in children with voiding dysfunction.
    • To assess voiding complaints in relation to GJH status.

    Main Methods:

    • A case-control study involving 226 children (5-14 years old).
    • 113 children with voiding dysfunction and 113 matched controls.
    • GJH assessed using the Beighton score.

    Main Results:

    • GJH was significantly more frequent in children with voiding dysfunction (45%) compared to controls (17%).
    • GJH was more prevalent in girls than boys in both groups.
    • Urinary tract infections were common in patients with voiding dysfunction, especially girls with GJH. Constipation was prevalent in boys with GJH.

    Conclusions:

    • Children with voiding dysfunction exhibit a significantly higher prevalence of GJH.
    • Further research is needed to understand the causal relationship and inform multidisciplinary management strategies.
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