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Shang-Jen Chang1, I-Ni Chiang, Chia-Da Lin
1Division of Urology, Department of Surgery, Taipei Tzu Chi Hospital, The Buddhist Tzu Chi Medical Foundation, Taipei, Taiwan; Department of Urology, School of Medicine, Buddhist Tzu Chi University, Hualien, Taiwan.
Neurourology and Urodynamics
|November 26, 2013
Summary
Obese children have a higher risk of developing overactive bladder (OAB). This study found no increased risk for monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (MNE) in obese youth.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Urology
- Public Health
- Childhood Obesity
Background:
- Lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) impact children's quality of life.
- Obesity is a growing public health concern in pediatric populations.
- The relationship between childhood obesity and LUTS requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To examine the association between obesity and LUTS in healthy children.
- To identify risk factors for overactive bladder (OAB) and monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (MNE) in children.
Main Methods:
- A cohort of 838 healthy children aged 5-12 years was assessed.
- Children were categorized by BMI: normal weight, overweight, or obese.
- Parental questionnaires collected data on LUTS, OAB, MNE, and other relevant factors.
Main Results:
- Obesity prevalence was 10.7% among participants.
- Obese children exhibited significantly higher urgency symptom scores (indicating OAB).
- Obesity was a significant risk factor for OAB (OR 1.97), but not for MNE.
Conclusions:
- Obese children face an elevated risk of developing overactive bladder (OAB).
- Obesity was not identified as a risk factor for monosymptomatic nocturnal enuresis (MNE).
- These findings highlight the importance of addressing childhood obesity to prevent urological issues.
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