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Enuresis and common voiding abnormalities

J Wan1, S Greenfield

  • 1Department of Pediatric Urology, State University of New York at Buffalo, Children's Hospital of Buffalo, USA.

Pediatric Clinics of North America
|November 5, 1997
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Nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting) management is typically straightforward, often requiring only a thorough patient history and addressing toilet habits. Effective treatments include wetting alarms and DDAVP, with careful consideration of their respective pros and cons.

Area of Science:

  • Urology
  • Pediatrics
  • Nephrology

Background:

  • Voiding problems, especially nocturnal enuresis (bedwetting), are common in children.
  • Effective management often avoids complex or invasive diagnostic procedures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To outline the evaluation and management of voiding problems, focusing on nocturnal enuresis.
  • To compare the efficacy and characteristics of available treatment options.

Main Methods:

  • Review of clinical history, focusing on toilet habits and potential infections.
  • Assessment of treatment options including behavioral interventions, wetting alarms, and pharmacotherapy (DDAVP).

Main Results:

  • A detailed history can identify patients needing further investigation for organic conditions.

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  • Wetting alarms are effective with low recurrence but can be disruptive.
  • DDAVP (1-desmopressin acetate) offers rapid, discrete efficacy but has a higher relapse rate.

    • Conclusions:

    • Nocturnal enuresis management is primarily based on history and habit correction.
    • Treatment choice involves balancing alarm effectiveness and DDAVP's rapid action against their respective drawbacks like noise and recurrence.