PREVALENCE AND ASSOCIATED RISK FACTORS OF NOCTURNAL ENURESIS AMONG CHILDREN AGED 5-18 YEARS IN ALBAHA REGION, SAUDI ARABIA.

BACKGROUND: Nocturnal enuresis (NE), or involuntary urination during sleep, is a common pediatric condition with multifactorial etiology, including genetic, developmental, and behavioral factors. Despite its high prevalence, it remains underreported and inadequately managed in many settings. This study aimed to assess the prevalence, associated risk factors, and management patterns of nocturnal enuresis among children in a defined population. METHODOLOGY: A cross-sectional study was conducted among 603 children aged 5 to 18 years. Data were collected using a structured questionnaire completed by parents, covering demographic variables, birth and health history, family background, sleep characteristics, and enuresis-related factors. Statistical analysis was performed to examine the association between nocturnal enuresis and potential risk factors, with a significance level set at p