Prevalence of self-reported complications associated with intermittent catheterization in wheelchair athletes with spinal cord injury.

ABSTRACT:

Study design

Cross-sectional study.

Objectives

To identify the prevalence of complications associated with intermittent catheterization in wheelchair athletes with spinal cord injury (SCI).

Setting

International and national sporting events.

Methods

A total 130 competitive wheelchair athletes living with SCI completed a self-reported questionnaire during international or national sporting events. The questionnaire collected information regarding demographics, injury characteristics, method of bladder emptying, and complications related to intermittent catheterization.

Results

Overall, 84% (109/130) of wheelchair athletes used intermittent catheterization. Within this group, 77% of athletes (84/109) experienced at least one complication associated with in

SUBMITTER: Walter M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC8397616 | biostudies-literature | 2021 Sep

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature