Impact of Stress Urinary Incontinence and Quality of Life Among Women Living in a Rural Area: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis

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  • Himani .
     Department of Physiotherapy, Teerthanker Mahaveer University, Moradabad - 244001, Uttar Pradesh ,IN
  • Amit Saraf
     Department of Orthopaedics, Teerthanker Mahaveer University, Moradabad - 244001, Uttar Pradesh ,IN
  • Jaspreet Singh Vij
     University College of Physiotherapy, Baba Farid University of Health Sciences, Faridkot - 151203, Punjab ,IN

Keywords:

Prevalence, Quality of Life, Rural Area, Stress Urinary Incontinence

Abstract

Introduction: Urine incontinence (UI) significantly impacts women’s quality of life, with stress Urinary Incontinence (SUI) affecting 15.9% of adult women. SUI, often triggered by activities like sneezing or coughing, correlates with age and childbirth. Pelvic floor muscle training is the primary therapy, improving conditions for two-thirds of women. UI, linked to age, obesity, and other factors, negatively influences various aspects of life. Despite its prevalence, many women avoid seeking care due to stigma and low treatment expectations, emphasizing the need for innovative, accessible interventions. Aims and Objective: To determine the quality of life due to SUI among the Indian population. Method: This meta- analysis was conducted from 2000 to 2023, and included studies from PubMed, Cochrane, Research Gate, Scopus, and ScienceDirect, using MeSH keywords for SUI prevalence and its impact on quality of life. The research design evaluated separate studies for prevalence and quality of life, specifically focusing on Indian studies for cultural relevance. The PRISMA flowchart guided systematic review procedures, resulting in 14 selected studies. The prevalence and impact of SUI have been analyzed from the pooled prevalence and IIQ-7 score determined in the included studies. Result: This meta-analysis examines the frequency of UI in several studies retrieved from different databases between 2000 and 2023. There is a lot of variation (I-squared values > 97%), and the pooled prevalence is 3.2%. The studies also showed that there are pooled IIQ-7 scores of 12, implying moderate impact. Rates of individual studies vary between 0.014 and 70.9%. Cochran’s Q statistic indicates significant heterogeneity. Conclusion: This meta-analysis showed an IIQ-7 score of 12, which implies a minimal impact of SUI on quality of life. The meta-analysis found 3.2% UI. Lack of awareness among rural women regarding SUI was the primary reason for the presence of biases in the included studies.

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2024-09-17

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., H., Saraf, A., & Vij, J. S. (2024). Impact of Stress Urinary Incontinence and Quality of Life Among Women Living in a Rural Area: A Systematic Review and Meta-Analysis. Journal of Ecophysiology and Occupational Health. Retrieved from https://informaticsjournals.com/index.php/JEOH/article/view/44087

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