White Matter Hyperintensities Are Associated With Bladder Storage and Voiding Dysfunction in Older Adults—Results From the OSTOAP Study

Key Points

• Bladder storage and voiding dysfunction are associated with moderate-to-severe white matter hyperintensities.
• The study finds a significant connection between urgency, impaired bladder emptying, and cerebral small vessel disease.
• Observational analysis reveals that integrating neurological screening can enhance evaluations for older adults.
• These findings highlight the potential need for further research into the role of white matter hyperintensities in LUT dysfunction.