Ganglion Cell Thickness in Enuresis Nocturna

November 16, 2021 updated by: Yasar Issi, Izmir Bakircay University

Is Ganglion Cell Thickness the Main Problem in Enuresis Nocturna?

The precise role of the intrinsic circadian regulatory mechanism behind the pathogenesis of enuresis is not fully understood, but in theory, circadian rhythm irregularity may be the primary pathogenic mechanism not only for urinary outflow mechanisms but also for nocturnal bladder function. The proximity between SCN centers that control AVP release, sleep/arousal, voiding, and baroreregulation may provide the basis for circadian rhythm disturbance in one or more of these biological functions. Ganglion cells containing melanopsin pigment in the retina transmit the information they receive from the outside world about the light-dark state to the SCN via the retinohypothalamic pathway. Peripapillary retinal nerve fiber layer (RNFL) thickness, optic nerve head and macula are examined most frequently for the diagnosis of glaucoma and the detection of progression with optical coherence tomography (OCT). If differences in ganglion cell thickness can be detected using OCT in these children, a new avenue in Enuresis Nocturna may be opened.

Study Overview

Study Type

Observational

Enrollment (Anticipated)

50

Contacts and Locations

This section provides the contact details for those conducting the study, and information on where this study is being conducted.

Study Contact

Study Locations

      • Izmir, Turkey
        • Recruiting
        • Bakircay University
        • Contact:

Participation Criteria

Researchers look for people who fit a certain description, called eligibility criteria. Some examples of these criteria are a person's general health condition or prior treatments.

Eligibility Criteria

Ages Eligible for Study

5 years to 18 years (ADULT, CHILD)

Accepts Healthy Volunteers

No

Genders Eligible for Study

All

Sampling Method

Non-Probability Sample

Study Population

Pediatric patients aged 5-18 years, with enuresis, without any eye disease

Description

Inclusion Criteria:

  • be between the ages of 5-18
  • have enuresis

Exclusion Criteria:

  • have any eye conditions

Study Plan

This section provides details of the study plan, including how the study is designed and what the study is measuring.

How is the study designed?

Design Details

What is the study measuring?

Primary Outcome Measures

Outcome Measure
Measure Description
Time Frame
Difference in ganglion cell thickness in enuretic children
Time Frame: Baseline
Normal values in RNFL measurements on OCT 75 (lowest)-107.2 (highest)
Baseline

Collaborators and Investigators

This is where you will find people and organizations involved with this study.

Study record dates

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Study Major Dates

Study Start (ANTICIPATED)

January 1, 2022

Primary Completion (ANTICIPATED)

April 1, 2022

Study Completion (ANTICIPATED)

July 1, 2022

Study Registration Dates

First Submitted

October 28, 2021

First Submitted That Met QC Criteria

November 16, 2021

First Posted (ACTUAL)

November 19, 2021

Study Record Updates

Last Update Posted (ACTUAL)

November 19, 2021

Last Update Submitted That Met QC Criteria

November 16, 2021

Last Verified

November 1, 2021

More Information

Terms related to this study

Drug and device information, study documents

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated drug product

No

Studies a U.S. FDA-regulated device product

No

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