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ArticleEpidemiologia (Basel, Switzerland)2025

Prevalence of Urinary Incontinence and Overactive Bladder Among Female University Students in Kazakhstan.

Yerzhan Sharapatov, Aluadin Nurberdiev, Nurbol Keulimzhayev, Aigul Botabayeva, Medet Toleubayev, Mariya Dmitriyeva, Rano Zhankina

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Yerzhan SharapatovDepartment of Urology and Andrology, NJSC Astana Medical University, Astana 01000, Kazakhstan.ORCID 0000-0001-8124-8582
Aluadin NurberdievDepartment of Urology and Andrology, NJSC Astana Medical University, Astana 01000, Kazakhstan.
Nurbol KeulimzhayevDepartment of Urology and Andrology, NJSC Astana Medical University, Astana 01000, Kazakhstan.
Aigul BotabayevaDepartment of Urology and Andrology, NJSC Astana Medical University, Astana 01000, Kazakhstan.ORCID 0000-0001-5328-0243
Medet ToleubayevDepartment of Surgery, NJSC Astana Medical University, Astana 01000, Kazakhstan.
Mariya DmitriyevaDepartment of Surgery, NJSC Astana Medical University, Astana 01000, Kazakhstan.
Rano ZhankinaDepartment of Urology and Andrology, NJSC Astana Medical University, Astana 01000, Kazakhstan.ORCID 0000-0003-4910-8859

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Abstract

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objectivesThe aim of this research is to study the prevalence of urinary incontinence (UI) and overactive bladder (OAB) among female university students in Kazakhstan and to analyze the risk factors associated with these conditions.

methodsA total of 574 female university students aged 18 to 40 years participated in this cross-sectional, questionnaire-based study. Self-completed questionnaires including the International Consultation on Urinary Incontinence Questionnaire Short Form (ICIQ-UI-SF), the V8 Overactive Bladder Questionnaire (OAB-V8), and data on demographic and general characteristics of the participants were collected. The frequency, type, and severity of UI, as well as factors associated with these conditions were analyzed.

resultsThe median age of the participants was 22.00 years (IQR 19.00-24.00). The prevalence of UI among female students was 27.5%

conclusionsThis study found that UI and OAB are common problems among female university students in Kazakhstan. The risk factors identified as childbirth and physical activity level emphasize the need to raise awareness of these conditions and their impact on quality of life. The results of the study can serve as a basis for the development of targeted prevention programs and support strategies for young women.

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cross-sectional studyfemale studentsKazakhstanoveractive bladderrisk factorsurinary incontinenceyoung women

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