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Area of Science:

  • Public Health
  • Epidemiology
  • Urology

Background:

  • Individual health outcomes are significantly influenced by educational attainment.
  • Overactive bladder (OAB) is a prevalent condition affecting quality of life.
  • Understanding socioeconomic determinants of OAB is crucial for public health initiatives.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To investigate the association between educational level and the prevalence of overactive bladder (OAB).
  • To determine if higher education correlates with a reduced likelihood of experiencing OAB.
  • To identify potential public health strategies for OAB prevention and management based on educational factors.

Main Methods:

  • Utilized data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES) from 2005-2020.
  • Employed multivariable logistic regression, smooth curve fitting, and generalized additive models for analysis.
  • Analyzed data from 37,423 participants, with 8,033 identified as having OAB.

Main Results:

  • A significant inverse correlation was observed between education level and OAB prevalence (OR = 0.86, P < 0.001).
  • Participants with college degrees or higher education showed a 44% lower likelihood of OAB compared to those with less than a 9th-grade education (OR = 0.56, P < 0.001).
  • The association remained significant after adjusting for multiple confounding factors.

Conclusions:

  • Educational attainment is a significant factor associated with a lower prevalence of overactive bladder.
  • Findings suggest that educational level may play a role in the development of OAB.
  • Further research is warranted to confirm these findings and explore their implications for OAB prevention and treatment strategies.