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Tasmia Promi1, Gulzhan Tologonova1, Marie-Claire Roberts2
1Division of Cardiovascular Medicine, State University of New York Downstate Health Sciences University, 450 Clarkson Avenue, MSC 1199, Brooklyn, NY, 11203- 2098, USA.
Journal of Community Health
|November 30, 2023
Summary
Nocturia, or nighttime urination, is common in adolescents and strongly linked to elevated blood pressure (BP). This suggests nocturia may help identify teens at risk for hypertension.
Area of Science:
- Pediatric Nephrology
- Adolescent Health
- Cardiovascular Health
Background:
- Nocturia is increasingly linked to non-urological conditions like hypertension in adults.
- The relationship between nocturia and blood pressure (BP) elevation in pediatric populations is understudied.
- Nocturia in children is often misattributed to hormonal, sleep, or psychological factors.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the association between nocturia and elevated blood pressure in adolescents.
- To determine if nocturia can serve as an indicator for hypertension risk in young individuals.
Main Methods:
- Prospective study of 100 adolescents aged 10-18 years.
- Nocturia assessed via voiding diary (≥1 void/night) and self-report.
- Blood pressure (BP) measured and classified using age-dependent pediatric guidelines.
Main Results:
- Nocturia was present in 45% of participants.
- Elevated BP was observed in 34% of subjects.
- BP elevation showed a strong association with nocturia (OR 26.2 by diary, OR 8.1 by self-report).
- Nocturia was associated with increased odds of elevated BP (OR 26.3 by diary, OR 8.1 by self-report).
Conclusions:
- Nocturia is a common issue in adolescents.
- A significant association exists between nocturia and elevated blood pressure in this age group.
- Screening for nocturia may be a valuable tool for identifying adolescents at risk for hypertension.
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