Recent Advances in Managing and Understanding Enuresis

Overview

Journal F1000Res

Specialties Biomedical Engineering
Science

Date 2017 Nov 11

PMID 29123651

Citations 7

Authors

Charlotte Van Herzeele

Johan Vande Walle

Karlien Dhondt

Kristian Vinter Juul

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Abstract

Enuresis, particularly in children during sleep, can be a debilitating condition, affecting the quality of life of the child and his or her family. The pathophysiology of nocturnal enuresis, though not clear, revolves around the inter-related mechanisms of overactive bladder, excessive nocturnal urine production, and sleep fragmentation. The first mechanism is more related to isolated nocturnal voiding, whereas the latter two are more related to nocturnal enuresis, in which circadian variations in arginine vasopressin hormone play a key role. A successful treatment would depend upon appropriately addressing the key factors precipitating nocturnal enuresis, necessitating an accurate diagnosis. Thus, advancements in diagnostic tools and treatment options play a key role in achieving overall success. This review summarizes recent advances in understanding the pathophysiology of nocturnal enuresis, diagnostic tools, and treatment options which can be explored in the future.

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