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The Psychosocial Impact of Urinary Dysfunction

Volume 50 · Issue 3 Publish Date: September 18, 2024
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Stephanie Gleicher
The Smith Institute for Urology, Northwell Health, Lakeville Drive, Lake Success, NY, USA
Elisabeth M. Sebesta
Department of Urology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA
Roger R. Dmochowski
Department of Urology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA
Gleicher, S., Sebesta, E. M., & Dmochowski, R. R. (2024). The Psychosocial Impact of Urinary Dysfunction. Urology Research and Practice, 50(3), 167–172. https://doi.org/10.5152/tud.2024.23217
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Urinary dysfunction encompasses a wide range of syndromes and symptoms and is highly prevalent among the adult population. Urinary issues have been associated with psychosocial sequelae. The interplay between psychosocial comorbidity and symptoms impacts perceived severity and treatment success. While the correlation has been described in the literature, much remains unknown. This article describes the psychosocial impact on conditions such as overactive bladder (OAB), neurogenic lower urinary tract dysfunction (LUTD), recurrent urinary tract infection (UTI), and interstitial cystitis/bladder pain syndrome (IC/BPS). This article also highlights potential interventions for patients afflicted with both urinary disorders and psychosocial comorbidity to improve overall treatment success.

Cite this article as: Gleicher S, Sebesta EM, Dmochowski RR,. The psychosocial impact of urinary dysfunction. Urol Res Pract. 2024;50(3):167-172.

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Journal Urology Research and Practice
Volume / Issue Volume 50 · Issue 3
Pages 167-172
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Published Online September 18, 2024
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Stephanie Gleicher
The Smith Institute for Urology, Northwell Health, Lakeville Drive, Lake Success, NY, USA
Elisabeth M. Sebesta
Department of Urology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA
Roger R. Dmochowski
Department of Urology, Vanderbilt University Medical Center, Nashville, TN, USA
Cite this Article
Gleicher, S., Sebesta, E. M., & Dmochowski, R. R. (2024). The Psychosocial Impact of Urinary Dysfunction. Urology Research and Practice, 50(3), 167–172. https://doi.org/10.5152/tud.2024.23217
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