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Tips for managing treatment-resistant enuresis.

Patrina H Y Caldwell
Published in: Journal of paediatrics and child health (2020)
Enuresis (bedwetting) is common in school-aged children and can impact health, psychosocial well-being and quality of life. Although effective treatment is available, treatment resistance is encountered in about 50%. This paper discusses the management of treatment-resistant enuresis from a multidisciplinary perspective. Causes of treatment resistance include lower urinary tract problems, constipation, incorrect alarm training techniques, sleep disorders including sleep apnoea and psychological comorbidities. Practical suggestions to address treatment resistance are offered utilising expertise from clinicians from different disciplines.
Keyphrases
  • mental health
  • physical activity
  • young adults
  • healthcare
  • public health
  • palliative care
  • combination therapy
  • obstructive sleep apnea
  • urinary tract
  • quality improvement