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Pizzol D, Demurtas J, Celotto S, Maggi S, Smith L, Angiolelli G, Trott M, Yang L, Veronese N. Urinary incontinence and quality of life: a systematic review and meta-analysis. Aging Clin Exp Res 2021; 33:25-35. [PMID: 32964401 PMCID: PMC7897623 DOI: 10.1007/s40520-020-01712-y] [Citation(s) in RCA: 92] [Impact Index Per Article: 30.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [MESH Headings] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 06/11/2020] [Accepted: 08/19/2020] [Indexed: 12/16/2022]
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BACKGROUND Urinary incontinence (UI) and low quality of life (QoL) are two common conditions. Some recent literature proposed that these two entities can be associated. However, no attempt was made to collate this literature. Therefore, the aim of this study was to conduct a systematic review and meta-analysis of existing data to estimate the strength of the association between UI and QoL. METHODS An electronic search of major databases up to 18th April 2020 was carried out. Meta-analysis of cross-sectional and case-control studies comparing mean values in QoL between patients with UI and controls was performed, reporting random-effects standardized mean differences (SMDs) ± 95% confidence intervals (CIs) as the effect size. Heterogeneity was assessed with the I2. RESULTS Out of 8279 articles initially screened, 23 were finally included for a total of 24,983 participants, mainly women. The mean age was ≥ 50 years in 12/23 studies. UI was significantly associated with poor QoL as assessed by the short-form 36 (SF-36) total score (n = 6 studies; UI: 473 vs. 2971 controls; SMD = - 0.89; 95% CI - 1.3 to - 0.42; I2 = 93.5) and by the sub-scales of SF-36 and 5/8 of the domains included in the SF-36. Similar results were found using other QoL tools. The risk of bias of the studies included was generally high. CONCLUSIONS UI is associated with a poor QoL, with a strong level of certainty. This work, however, mainly based on cross-sectional and case-control studies, highlights the necessity of future longitudinal studies for better understanding the importance of UI on QoL.
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- Damiano Pizzol
- Italian Agency for Development Cooperation, Khartoum, Sudan
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- Clinical and Experimental Medicine PhD Program, University of Modena and Reggio Emilia, Modena, Italy
- Primary Care Department, USL Toscana Sud Est-Grosseto, Grosseto, Italy
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- Primary Care Department, Azienda Sanitaria Universitaria Friuli Centrale, Udine, Italy
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- National Research Council, Neuroscience Institute, Aging Branch, Padua, Italy
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Primary Care Department, Azienda Unità Locale Socio Sanitaria 3 "Serenissima", Venice, Italy
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- Faculty of Sport Sciences, University of Murcia, Murcia, Spain
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- Department of Cancer Epidemiology and Prevention Research, Cancer Control Alberta, Alberta Health Services, Calgary, Canada
- Departments of Oncology and Community Health Sciences, University of Calgary, Calgary, Canada
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- Primary Care Department, Azienda Unità Locale Socio Sanitaria 3 "Serenissima", Venice, Italy.
- Geriatric Unit, Department of Internal Medicine and Geriatrics, University of Palermo, Palermo, Italy.
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Garg T, Young AJ, Kost KA, Park AM, Danella JF, Kirchner HL. Patient-reported quality of life recovery curves after robotic prostatectomy are similar across body mass index categories. Investig Clin Urol 2017; 58:331-338. [PMID: 28868504 PMCID: PMC5577329 DOI: 10.4111/icu.2017.58.5.331] [Citation(s) in RCA: 2] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.3] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Key Words] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Figures] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 04/10/2017] [Accepted: 04/27/2017] [Indexed: 11/29/2022] Open
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Purpose To assess the impact of body mass index (BMI) on postoperative recovery curve of urinary and sexual function after robotic-assisted laparoscopic prostatectomy (RALP). We hypothesized that overweight and obese men have different recovery curves than normal weight men. Materials and Methods We reviewed preoperative and postoperative surveys from 691 men who underwent RALP from 2004–2014 in an integrated healthcare delivery system. Survey instruments included: sexual health inventory for men (SHIM), urinary behavior, leakage, and incontinence impact questionnaire (IIQ). A repeated measures analysis with autoregressive covariance structure was employed with linear splines with 2 knots for the time factor. We fit unadjusted and adjusted models and stratified by BMI (under/normal weight, overweight, and obese). Adjusted models included age, race/ethnicity, smoking status, diabetes, operation length, prostate-specific antigen, pathologic stage, nerve-sparing status, and surgery year. Results Mean age was 59 years. Most men were overweight (43%) and obese (42%). There were no significant differences in mean baseline SHIM, urinary behavior, leakage, and IIQ scores by BMI category. All groups had initial steep declines in urinary and sexual function in the first 3 months after RALP. There were no significant differences in postoperative urinary and sexual function score curves by BMI category. Conclusions The pattern of urinary and sexual function recovery was similar across all BMI categories. Overweight and obese men may be counseled that urinary and sexual function recovery curves after surgery is similar to that of normal weight men.
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- Tullika Garg
- Department of Urology, Geisinger Health System, Danville, PA, USA.,Department of Epidemiology & Health Services Research, Geisinger Health System, Danville, PA, USA
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- Biostatistics Core, Biomedical & Translational Informatics Institute, Geisinger Health System, Danville, PA, USA
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- Phenomic Analytics & Clinical Data Core, Biomedical & Translational Informatics Institute, Geisinger Health System, Danville, PA, USA
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- Department of Urology, Geisinger Health System, Danville, PA, USA
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- Department of Urology, Geisinger Health System, Danville, PA, USA
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- Biomedical & Translational Informatics Institute, Geisinger Health System, Danville, PA, USA
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Many interventions for neurogenic bladder patients are directed towards improving quality of life (QOL). Patient reported outcome measures (PROMs) are the primary method of evaluating QOL, and they provide an important quantification of symptoms which can't be measured objectively. Our goal was to review general measurement principles, and identify and discuss PROMs relevant to neurogenic bladder patients. We identify two recent reviews of the state of the literature and updated the results with an additional Medline search up to September 1, 2015. Using the previous identified reviews, and our updated literature review, we identified 16 PROMs which are used for the assessment of QOL and symptoms in neurogenic bladder patients. Several are specifically designed for neurogenic bladder patients, such as the Qualiveen (for neurogenic bladder related QOL), and the Neurogenic Bladder Symptom Score (NBSS) (for neurogenic bladder symptoms). We also highlight general QOL measures for patients with multiple sclerosis (MS) and spinal cord injury (SCI) which include questions about bladder symptoms, and incontinence PROMs which are commonly used, but not specifically designed for neurogenic bladder patients. It is essential for clinicians and researchers with an interest in neurogenic bladder to be aware of the current PROMs, and to have a basic understanding of the principals of measurement in order to select the most appropriate one for their purpose.
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- Roderick Clark
- 1 Department of Surgery, Western University, London, ON N6A 4V2, Ontario, Canada ; 2 Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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- 1 Department of Surgery, Western University, London, ON N6A 4V2, Ontario, Canada ; 2 Department of Epidemiology and Biostatistics, Western University, London, Ontario, Canada
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Cuypers M, Lamers RED, Kil PJM, van de Poll-Franse LV, de Vries M. Impact of a web-based treatment decision aid for early-stage prostate cancer on shared decision-making and health outcomes: study protocol for a randomized controlled trial. Trials 2015; 16:231. [PMID: 26012700 PMCID: PMC4458038 DOI: 10.1186/s13063-015-0750-x] [Citation(s) in RCA: 22] [Impact Index Per Article: 2.4] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Download PDF] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 01/12/2015] [Accepted: 05/11/2015] [Indexed: 12/02/2022] Open
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Background At an early stage, prostate cancer patients are often eligible for more than one treatment option, or may choose to defer curative treatment. Without a pre-existing superior option, a patient has to weigh his personal preferences against the risks and benefits of each alternative to select the most appropriate treatment. Given this context, in prostate cancer treatment decision-making, it is particularly suitable to follow the principles of shared decision-making (SDM), especially with the support of specific instruments like decision aids (DAs). Although several alternatives are available, present tools are not sufficiently compatible with routine clinical practice. To overcome existing barriers and to stimulate structural implementation of DAs and SDM in clinical practice, a web-based prostate cancer treatment DA was developed to fit clinical workflow. Following the structure of an existing DA, Dutch content was developed, and values clarification methods (VCMs) were added. The aim of this study is to investigate the effect of this DA on (shared) treatment choice and patient-reported outcomes. Methods/design Nineteen Dutch hospitals are included in a pragmatic, cluster randomized controlled trial, with an intervention and a control arm. In the intervention group, the DA will be offered after diagnosis, and a summary of the patients’ preferences, which were identified with the DA, can be discussed by the patient and his clinician during later consultation. Patients in the control group will receive information and decisional support as usual. Results from both groups on decisional conflict, treatment choice and the experience with involvement in the decision-making process are compared. Patients are requested to fill in questionnaires after treatment decision-making but before treatment is started, and 6 and 12 months later. This will allow the development of treatment satisfaction, decisional regret, and quality of life to be monitored. Clinicians from both groups will evaluate their practice of information provision and decisional support. Discussion This study will describe a web-based prostate cancer treatment DA with VCMs. The effect of this DA on the decision-making process and subsequent patient reported outcomes will be evaluated. Trial registration The Netherlands National Trial Register: NTR4554, registration date 1 May 2014.
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- Maarten Cuypers
- Department of Social Psychology, Tilburg University, Warandelaan 2, 5037 AB, Tilburg, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Urology, St. Elisabeth Hospital, Hilvarenbeekseweg 60, 5022 GC, Tilburg, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Urology, St. Elisabeth Hospital, Hilvarenbeekseweg 60, 5022 GC, Tilburg, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Medical Psychology and Clinical Psychology, CoRPS - Center of Research on Psychology in Somatic Diseases, Tilburg University, Warandelaan 2, 5037 AB, Tilburg, The Netherlands. .,Comprehensive Cancer Centre Netherlands South, Zernikestraat 29, 5612 HZ, Eindhoven, The Netherlands.
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- Department of Social Psychology, Tilburg University, Warandelaan 2, 5037 AB, Tilburg, The Netherlands. .,Department of Social Psychology, Tilburg Institute for Behavioral Economics Research (TIBER), Tilburg University, Warandelaan 2, 5037 AB, Tilburg, The Netherlands.
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Choi EPH, Lam CLK, Chin WY. The incontinence impact questionnaire-7 (IIQ-7) can be applicable to Chinese males and females with lower urinary tract symptoms. PATIENT-PATIENT CENTERED OUTCOMES RESEARCH 2014; 7:403-11. [PMID: 24866274 DOI: 10.1007/s40271-014-0062-3] [Citation(s) in RCA: 17] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.7] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/28/2022]
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AIM AND OBJECTIVES The aim of this study was to extend the scope of application of the Incontinence Impact Questionnaire-7 (IIQ-7) with the objective of assessing the applicability, validity, reliability and sensitivity of the IIQ-7 in both Chinese males and females with lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS). METHODS The validity, reliability and sensitivity were assessed in 233 patients who were recruited in Hong Kong primary-care settings. The internal construct validity was assessed by corrected item-total correlation. The convergent validity was assessed using Pearson's correlation test against International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) quality-of-life question and Short Form 12, version 2 (SF-12v2). The reliability was assessed by the internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha coefficient) and 2-week test-retest reliability (intraclass correlation coefficient and paired t test). The sensitivity was determined by performing known group comparisons by independent t test. RESULTS Corrected item-total correlations were ≥0.4 for all items in males and females. Overall, the IIQ-7 total score had a stronger correlation with IPSS quality-of-life score than the SF-12v2. The IIQ-7 showed good internal consistency (Cronbach's alpha coefficient >0.7) and good test-retest reliability (ICC > 0.8, paired t test p value >0.05). The IIQ-7 was more sensitive than the SF-12v2 to detect differences among patients with different levels of symptom severity. CONCLUSIONS The IIQ-7 Chinese version appears to be a valid and reliable measure to assess Cantonese-speaking males and females with LUTS. The IIQ-7 is more sensitive than generic health-related quality-of-life measures to detect differences between groups.
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- Edmond P H Choi
- Department of Family Medicine and Primary Care, The University of Hong Kong, 3/F., 161 Main Street, Ap Lei Chau Clinic, Ap Lei Chau, Hong Kong,
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Dursun P, Dogan NU, Kolusari A, Dogan S, Ugur MG, Komurcu O, Altuntas B, Gultekin M, Celik NY, Karaca M, Guzel AB, Cim N, Ege S, Koc O, Yigit FA. Differences in Geographical Distribution and Risk Factors for Urinary Incontinence in Turkey: Analysis of 6,473 Women. Urol Int 2014; 92:209-14. [DOI: 10.1159/000353347] [Citation(s) in RCA: 9] [Impact Index Per Article: 0.9] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Received: 12/11/2012] [Accepted: 05/28/2013] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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Kahlon B, Baverstock RJ, Carlson KV. Quality of life and patient satisfaction after artificial urinary sphincter. Can Urol Assoc J 2011; 5:268-72. [PMID: 21251472 DOI: 10.5489/cuaj.09137] [Citation(s) in RCA: 15] [Impact Index Per Article: 1.2] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/19/2022]
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BACKGROUND We assessed satisfaction and quality of life (QOL) in men with artificial urinary sphincter (AUS) placement. METHODS We identified 39 men who had AUS placement. A retrospective chart review was conducted. Validated questionnaires, including the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire-Short Form (ICIQ-SF), Post-Operative Patient Global Impression of Improvement (PGI-I), Incontinence Impact Questionnaire-Short Form (IIQ-SF), and Urogenital Distress Index (UDI-SF), were used to measure patient-reported outcome. Global satisfaction was also assessed. RESULTS At chart review, 34 of 39 questionnaires were assessed for QOL, satisfaction and surgical outcome. Follow-up ranged from 7 to 60 months (median = 24 months). Surgical revisions were required in 6 (17.6%) patients due to infection (1), erosion (1), combined infection and erosion (1), device failure (1) and second cuff placement (2). Quality of life was assessed using the IIQ-SF and UDI-SF, with mean scores of 15.4 and 24.8, respectively; these scores indicated a low negative impact on QOL. The ICIQ-SF mean score was 8.2, well below the worst possible score. The number of men using more than 1 pad per day dropped from 27 preoperatively to 10 postoperatively. Most patients (31/34) described their urinary condition as better, 2 had no change and 1 was worse. Most patients (31/34, 91.2%) would be willing to undergo the procedure again, 2 were undecided, and 1 would not. Similarly, 28 patients (82.4%) would recommend the procedure to a friend, 3 respondents would "with reservation," 1 respondent was undecided, and 2 would not recommend the AUS placement. CONCLUSION Treatment of urinary incontinence with the AUS has a positive effect on QOL with high patient satisfaction and reasonably low complication rates.
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Goode PS, Burgio KL, Johnson TM, Clay OJ, Roth DL, Markland AD, Burkhardt JH, Issa MM, Lloyd LK. Behavioral therapy with or without biofeedback and pelvic floor electrical stimulation for persistent postprostatectomy incontinence: a randomized controlled trial. JAMA 2011; 305:151-9. [PMID: 21224456 PMCID: PMC5557087 DOI: 10.1001/jama.2010.1972] [Citation(s) in RCA: 124] [Impact Index Per Article: 9.5] [Reference Citation Analysis] [Abstract] [MESH Headings] [Grants] [Track Full Text] [Journal Information] [Submit a Manuscript] [Subscribe] [Scholar Register] [Indexed: 11/14/2022]
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CONTEXT Although behavioral therapy has been shown to improve postoperative recovery of continence, there have been no controlled trials of behavioral therapy for postprostatectomy incontinence persisting more than 1 year. OBJECTIVE To evaluate the effectiveness of behavioral therapy for reducing persistent postprostatectomy incontinence and to determine whether the technologies of biofeedback and pelvic floor electrical stimulation enhance the effectiveness of behavioral therapy. DESIGN, SETTING, AND PARTICIPANTS A prospective randomized controlled trial involving 208 community-dwelling men aged 51 through 84 years with incontinence persisting 1 to 17 years after radical prostatectomy was conducted at a university and 2 Veterans Affairs continence clinics (2003-2008) and included a 1-year follow-up after active treatment. Twenty-four percent of the men were African American; 75%, white. INTERVENTIONS After stratification by type and frequency of incontinence, participants were randomized to 1 of 3 groups: 8 weeks of behavioral therapy (pelvic floor muscle training and bladder control strategies); behavioral therapy plus in-office, dual-channel electromyograph biofeedback and daily home pelvic floor electrical stimulation at 20 Hz, current up to 100 mA (behavior plus); or delayed treatment, which served as the control group. MAIN OUTCOME MEASURE Percentage reduction in mean number of incontinence episodes after 8 weeks of treatment as documented in 7-day bladder diaries. RESULTS Mean incontinence episodes decreased from 28 to 13 per week (55% reduction; 95% confidence interval [CI], 44%-66%) after behavioral therapy and from 26 to 12 (51% reduction; 95% CI, 37%-65%) after behavior plus therapy. Both reductions were significantly greater than the reduction from 25 to 21 (24% reduction; 95% CI, 10%-39%) observed among controls (P = .001 for both treatment groups). However, there was no significant difference in incontinence reduction between the treatment groups (P = .69). Improvements were durable to 12 months in the active treatment groups: 50% reduction (95% CI, 39.8%-61.1%; 13.5 episodes per week) in the behavioral group and 59% reduction (95% CI, 45.0%-73.1%; 9.1 episodes per week) in the behavior plus group (P = .32). CONCLUSIONS Among patients with postprostatectomy incontinence for at least 1 year, 8 weeks of behavioral therapy, compared with a delayed-treatment control, resulted in fewer incontinence episodes. The addition of biofeedback and pelvic floor electrical stimulation did not result in greater effectiveness. TRIAL REGISTRATION clinicaltrials.gov Identifier: NCT00212264.
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- Patricia S Goode
- Department of Veterans Affairs, Birmingham–Atlanta Geriatric Research, Education, and Clinical Center, Atlanta, Georgia, USA.
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