Examination of the Effect of Nocturia on Pelvic Floor Symptoms, Chronotype, Sleepiness, Sleep Quality, Fatigue and Quality of Life in Women with Urinary Incontinence

What this Trial Is About

Urinary incontinence (UI) is the unintentional loss of urine that can negatively affect social, physical, and psychological well-being, reducing quality of life for many women. Nocturia, which is waking during the main sleep period to urinate with the intention to fall back asleep, often occurs alongside UI and also impacts sleep quality, fatigue, and daily functioning. This research aims to investigate how nocturia influences pelvic floor symptoms, chronotype (body's natural timing for activity), sleepiness, sleep quality, fatigue, and quality of life in women experiencing urinary incontinence. The study will observe two groups of women over 18 years old with urinary incontinence: those who experience nocturia and those who do not. Participants will be evaluated using several questionnaires and scales that assess urinary symptoms, pelvic floor distress, chronotype, sleepiness, sleep quality, fatigue, and quality of life. The study excludes women with certain medical conditions or recent treatments that could affect the results, such as sleep disorders, neurological diseases, recent pregnancy, or use of specific medications. During the study period from January to April 2025, participants will provide demographic and medical information and complete validated surveys measuring their urinary symptoms, sleep patterns, chronotype, fatigue, and quality of life. Researchers will track these assessments to understand nocturia's impact on women's health and well-being. The total participation involves these assessments during the planned timeframe, with careful monitoring of symptoms and quality of life outcomes.

Examination of the Effect of Nocturia on Pelvic Floor Symptoms, Sleep Parameters and Quality of Life in Women with Urinary Incontinence