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[Risk factors for depression in middle-aged and elderly males with benign prostatic hyperplasia/lower urinary tract
Zheng-Cheng Sheng1, Tian-Yi Shen1, Chao-Peng Tang1
1Department of Urology, General Hospital of Eastern Theater Command, Nanjing, Jiangsu 210002, China .
Zhonghua Nan Ke Xue = National Journal of Andrology
|August 10, 2025
Summary
Underlying diseases increase depression risk in Chinese men with benign prostatic hyperplasia/lower urinary tract symptoms (BPH/LUTS). Higher education, urban living, eastern region residence, and adequate sleep are protective factors.
Area of Science:
- Gerontology
- Urology
- Psychiatry
Context:
- Benign prostatic hyperplasia with lower urinary tract symptoms (BPH/LUTS) affects a significant portion of middle-aged and elderly men.
- Depression is a common comorbidity in patients with chronic conditions, impacting quality of life.
- Understanding risk factors for depression in this specific population is crucial for targeted interventions.
Purpose:
- To identify risk factors associated with depression among middle-aged and elderly Chinese male patients diagnosed with BPH/LUTS.
- To explore the relationship between demographic, socioeconomic, and health-related factors and the prevalence of depression in this cohort.
Summary:
- A study of 8,426 Chinese men aged 45+ found 17.2% had BPH/LUTS, with 36.5% of these also experiencing depression.
- Logistic regression identified underlying diseases as a risk factor (OR=1.29).
- Protective factors included high school education or higher (OR=0.52), urban residence (OR=0.75), eastern region (OR=0.61), and 6-9 hours of sleep (OR=0.52).
Impact:
- Findings highlight that underlying diseases, education level, residential area, geographical region, and sleep duration significantly influence depression in Chinese men with BPH/LUTS.
- These factors warrant attention from clinicians for comprehensive patient care and management strategies.
- This research contributes to a better understanding of mental health comorbidities in urological conditions within the Chinese population.
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