Editorial Comment

Abstract

Nocturia is one of the most bothersome lower urinary tract symptoms and has significant impact on quality of life, work productivity, accidental falls, and daytime alertness. 1 Bliwise D.L. Rosen R.C. Baum N. Impact of nocturia on sleep and quality of life: a brief, selected review for the International Consultation on Incontinence Research Society (ICI-RS) nocturia think tank. Neurourol Urodyn. 2014; 33: S15-S18 Crossref PubMed Scopus (33) Google Scholar Current pathophysiological data clearly show that multiple potential contributing factors cause nocturia; however, most treatment practices focus on identifying a causal condition. Treating urologists often focus on causes specific to the lower urinary tract such as overactive bladder, nocturnal polyuria, or benign prostatic enlargement. 2 Oelke M. Adler E. Marschall-Kehrel D. et al. Nocturia: state of the art and critical analysis of current assessment and treatment strategies. World J Urol. 2014; 32: 1109-1117 Crossref PubMed Scopus (34) Google Scholar The study by Rai et al 3 Rai A. Nimeh T. Sood A. et al. Could nocturia be an indicator of an undiagnosed sleep disorder in male Veterans?. Urology. 2015; 85: 641-647 Abstract Full Text Full Text PDF Scopus (9) Google Scholar demonstrates the incorporation of an easy-to-use screening measure (the Berlin questionnaire) for sleep-disordered breathing within a urology clinic. Could Nocturia Be an Indicator of an Undiagnosed Sleep Disorder in Male Veterans?UrologyVol. 85Issue 3PreviewTo determine if men presenting with nocturia and/or voiding complaints may have undiagnosed symptoms of sleep-disordered breathing (SDB). Full-Text PDF