Lower urinary tract symptoms in men with chronic low back pain: A cross-sectional study

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Authors: Leila Rouached, Kheireddine Mourad Dali, Selma Bouden, Takwa Bjeoui, Kays Chaker, Nizar Cherni, Siwar Ben Dhia, Aicha Ben Tekaya, Ines Mahmoud, Raoudha Tekaya, Olfa Saıdane, Yassine Nouira
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Abstract

Background: This study aimed to assess the prevalence and severity of lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) in male patients with chronic low back pain (CLBP), and to explore the associated factors. Methods: We conducted a cross-sectional study including men with CLBP. CLBP-related disability was assessed using the Oswestry Disability Index (ODI) and Lumbar Stiffness Disability Index (LSDI), anxiety and depression symptoms were evaluated using the Hospital Anxiety and Depression Scale (HADS), and sleep quality with the Pittsburgh Sleep Quality Index (PSQI). LUTS severity was evaluated using the International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS) and its Quality of Life (QoL) question, respectively. Erectile function was assessed with the five-item International Index of Erectile Function (IIEF-5). Results: A total of 101 men with CLBP were included. The mean age was 52.14±12.89 years. Moderate-to-severe LUTS (IPSS>7) were present in 66.3%. LUTS-related QoL dissatisfaction (score>2) was reported in 26.7%. Erectile dysfunction (ED) was found in 83% (mean IIEF-5 score: 18.9±6). In univariate analysis, LUTS were significantly associated with age (p=0.04), absenteeism (p=0.03), pain intensity (p=0.05), anxiety (p=0.006), depression (p=0.003), and ED (p 7) étaient présents chez 66,3 % des patients. Une insatisfaction concernant la qualité de vie liée aux SBAU (score > 2) a été rapportée dans 26,7 % des cas. Une dysfonction érectile (DE) a été retrouvée chez 83 % des participants (score moyen à l’IIEF-5 : 18,9 ± 6). En analyse univariée, les SBAU étaient significativement associés à l’âge (p = 0,045), à l’absentéisme (p = 0,039), à l’intensité de la douleur (p = 0,050), à l’anxiété (p = 0,006), à la dépression (p = 0,003) et à la DE (p < 0,001). L’analyse de régression logistique multivariée a identifié l’anxiété et la DE comme prédicteurs indépendants des SBAU. Conclusion: Les SBAU étaient fréquents chez les hommes présentant une LC et étaient significativement associés à l’anxiété et à la DE. Ces résultats soulignent la nécessité d’une approche multidisciplinaire dans la prise en charge de la LC.

Fields of Study & Subjects

Urinary Bladder and Prostate Research Pelvic floor disorders treatments Pregnancy-related medical research

Publication details

Journal / source
The French Journal of Urology
Volume
36
Issue
2
Pages
103070–103070
Publication date
7 January 2026
Language
EN