Understanding urinary incontinence among women in Baghdad.

Prevalence, Types and Risk Factors of Urinary Incontinence Among Women Attending Primary Healthcare Centers in Baghdad, Iraq.

Observational Al-Kindy College of Medicine · NCT06352879

This study is trying to understand how common urinary incontinence is among women in Baghdad and what factors might be causing it.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment384 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexFemale
SponsorAl-Kindy College of Medicine Academic / other
Locations2 sites (Baghdad and 1 other locations)
Trial IDNCT06352879 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to assess the prevalence, types, and risk factors associated with urinary incontinence in adult women visiting primary healthcare centers in Baghdad, Iraq. Participants will complete a questionnaire, including the Arabic International Consultation On Incontinence Questionnaire-Urinary Incontinence Short Form, to gather data on their experiences with urinary incontinence and various risk factors such as age, job, and body mass index. The study seeks to provide insights into how common urinary incontinence is and the factors that may contribute to its occurrence in this population.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women over 18 years old who are attending primary healthcare centers in Baghdad.

Not a fit: Patients who refuse to participate in the study will not benefit from its findings.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of urinary incontinence in women, leading to better prevention and management strategies.

How similar studies have performed: While similar studies have been conducted in various regions, this specific focus on Baghdad may provide novel insights into local prevalence and risk factors.

Eligibility criteria

Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria:

* women
* Attending the primary healthcare centers in Baghdad, Iraq
* older than 18 years

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patients who refuse to participate in the study.

Where this trial is running

Baghdad and 1 other locations

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Urinary IncontinenceUrge IncontinenceStress IncontinenceUrge incontinenceStress incontinenceMixed incontinence
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