Investigating the Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Overactive Bladder Syndrome among Older Adults Using OAB-Q and ICIQ-OABqol: A Cross-Sectional Study

Taqdis Fatema Kafil Shaikh

Abstract: Overactive bladder (OAB) syndrome is a prevalent lower urinary tract disorder significantly affecting older adults worldwide, particularly in developing countries such as India. This cross-sectional study investigated the prevalence of OAB and its impact on quality of life among community-dwelling adults aged 60 years and above in Nashik district, Maharashtra. A sample of 384 participants was recruited using convenience sampling. Data were collected using two validated instruments: the Overactive Bladder Questionnaire (OAB-q) to assess symptom severity and the International Consultation on Incontinence Questionnaire Overactive Bladder Quality of Life (ICIQ-OABqol) to evaluate quality of life. Descriptive and inferential statistics were applied using chi-square test and independent samples t-test. Results revealed a high prevalence of OAB (61.2%) among older adults. Female participants constituted 74.5% of the population and exhibited significantly higher OAB scores (20.9 ± 4.9) compared to males (19.1 ± 4.6; p = 0.005). Chi-square analysis demonstrated a statistically significant association between gender and OAB status (?² = 4.37, p = 0.037). Quality of life assessment revealed that the sleep and energy domain was the most affected aspect, with question 28 (overall interference) recording the highest mean score (4.20 ± 1.49). These findings underscore the substantial prevalence and multidimensional impact of OAB on older adults, emphasizing the need for early identification, community-based screening, and physiotherapy-based interventions tailored to this population.

Keywords: Overactive bladder, older adults, Prevalence, Quality of life, India

How to Cite?: Taqdis Fatema Kafil Shaikh, "Investigating the Prevalence and Associated Risk Factors of Overactive Bladder Syndrome among Older Adults Using OAB-Q and ICIQ-OABqol: A Cross-Sectional Study", Volume 15 Issue 6, June 2026, International Journal of Science and Research (IJSR), Pages: 566-569, https://www.ijsr.net/getabstract.php?paperid=SR251224161717, DOI: https://dx.doi.org/10.21275/SR251224161717

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