Nocturia

Nocturia is a significantly underestimated disorder, resulting in general worsening of patients' quality of life, while morbidity and mortality are increasing. Several urologic and other pathologic causes can be described in the background including relatively severe conditions. Therefore, accurate evaluation and adequate treatment is recommended. In this review the authors summarize the international literature regarding nocturia. PubMed and ScienceDirect databases were accurately reviewed for the relevant information. Epidemiology, etiology, unfavourable effects, diagnosis and possible treatment options were analysed. They found that symptoms can be releaved by lifestyle changes and traditional therapy in several cases, but clinically significant improvement can be reached using desmopressin in patients suffering from nocturnal polyuria. The authors conclude that nocturia may have negative effects on patients' quality of life and also on the society. Early detection and proper treatment is essential. Orv. Hetil., 2016, 157(36), 1419-1426.