Impact of postpartum urinary and anal incontinence on patient-reported quality of life and risk of depressive disorder in women receiving primary and secondary care in the Netherlands: a prospective cohort study
Prospective cohort study investigates how urinary incontinence and anal incontinence influence quality of life and depression risk in postpartum women.
Key Points
Severe urinary and anal incontinence significantly reduce quality of life six months postpartum, impacting maternal health.
Women with severe urinary incontinence reported a QoL score of 34, compared to 37 for the whole group, indicating notable differences.
The study employed a prospective cohort design, utilizing patient-reported outcome measures to assess outcomes over six months.
Screening for urinary and anal incontinence is critical for improving postpartum women's quality of life and minimizing depression risk.