Urinary incontinence after childbirth

by Mohamed Derbel, Ayedi Malek, Wissal Mefteh

Urinary incontinence is a common problem during pregnancy and the postpartum period, affecting 26% of women worldwide. Our study aims to describe its prevalence in Tunisia, explore associated risk factors and assess its impact on women's quality of life. Material and method: This is a retrospective, descriptive and analytical study of 267 Tunisian women who gave birth at the CHU Hedi Chaker maternity hospital over a period of 7 years. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire covering several dimensions, as well as the UDI-6 and IIQ-7 scales. Statistical analysis was performed with SPSS 22.0, and the Chi-square test and Student's t test were used to interpret the results. The prevalence of IUPP was 34.08%. Its severity was significant, with a score of 52.78 22.05. Several risk factors influenced the occurrence of IUPP: obesity (p=0.066; OR=), carrying heavy loads (p=0.035; OR=), chronic cough, repeated urinary tract infections (p=; OR=2).Our study reveals a high prevalence of IUPP in Tunisia, underlining the importance of risk factors.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 6207797450
• ISBN13: 9786207797455
• Release Date: July 2024
• Publisher: Our Knowledge Publishing
• Length: 64 Pages
• Weight: 0.23 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.1" x 6.0" x 9.0"