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ArticlePloS one2024

The association between urinary incontinence and suicidal ideation: Findings from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey.

Ting Pan, Zhiguo Zhang, Tiantian He, Chongyang Zhang, Junjie Liang, Xinru Wang, Xueshi Di, Yuying Hong, Peng Bai

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Ting PanDepartment of Acupuncture, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, 100029, China.
Zhiguo ZhangChina Academy of Chinese Medical Sciences Institute of Basic Theory in Chinese Medicine, Beijing, 100700, China.
Tiantian HeDepartment of Acupuncture, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, 100029, China.
Chongyang ZhangDepartment of Acupuncture, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, 100029, China.
Junjie LiangDepartment of Acupuncture, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, 100029, China.
Xinru WangDepartment of Acupuncture, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, 100029, China.
Xueshi DiDepartment of Acupuncture, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, 100029, China.
Yuying HongDepartment of Acupuncture, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, 100029, China.
Peng BaiDepartment of Acupuncture, Beijing University of Chinese Medicine Third Affiliated Hospital, Beijing, 100029, China.ORCID 0009-0002-8911-0216

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Abstract

backgroundUrinary incontinence (UI) might be linked to suicidal ideation, but we do not yet have all the relevant details. This study aimed to dig deeper into the connection between UI and suicidal ideation using data from the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey (NHANES).

methodsWe examined 31,891 participants aged ≥ 20 years from NHANES 2005-2018 who provided complete information. We used standardized surveys to check for UI and signs of suicidal ideation. To better understand this relationship, we used statistical tools such as multivariable logistic regression, subgroup analysis, and sensitivity analyses.

resultsAmong the 31,891 participants, 28.9% reported UI and 10.7% reported suicidal ideation. Those with UI exhibited a significantly greater incidence of suicidal ideation (15.5%) than did those without UI (8.8%, P < 0.001). After adjusting for various factors, including age, sex, marital status, socioeconomic status, educational level, lifestyle factors, and chronic comorbidities, UI remained significantly associated with suicidal ideation (OR:1.54, 95% CI = 1.39-1.7, P < 0.001). Among all types of UI, MUI participants were more likely to experience suicidal ideation. Compared with no UI, higher odds of suicidal ideation suffered from MUI (OR:2.11, 95%CI:1.83-2.44, P < 0.001), SUI (OR:1.4, 95%CI:1.19-1.65, P < 0.001), UUI(OR:1.37,95%CI:1.16-1.62, P < 0.001) after full adjustment. With the exception of individuals living with a partner, the remaining subgroups exhibited a positive correlation between urinary incontinence and suicidal ideation, considering that factors such as age, sex, and prevalent comorbidities such as hypertension, depression, and diabetes did not reveal any statistically significant interactions (all P > 0.05). Sensitivity analyses, incorporating imputed missing covariates, did not substantially alter the results (OR: 1.53, 95% CI: 1.4-1.68, P < 0.001).

conclusionUrinary incontinence may correlate with increased suicidal ideation risk, priority screening for suicidal ideation and timely intervention are essential for individuals with urinary incontinence, but prospective studies are needed to verify the results.

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Nutrition SurveysSuicidal IdeationUrinary IncontinenceAdultAgedFemaleHumansMaleMiddle AgedRisk FactorsUnited StatesYoung Adult

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