Objective: To study risk factors for urinary incontinence (UI) in pregnant
women in six health facilities in the city of Ouahigouya. Methodology: We
conducted a cross-sectional, analytical observational study from May 1 to August
30, 2023 in six health facilities in the city of Ouahigouya. Binary logistic
regression was used to identify risk factors associated with UTI. Results: The
prevalence of UI was 39.3%. The mean age of incontinent women was 26.5 ±
6.2 years, with extremes of 18 and 44 years. Stress UI (55%) was the most frequent
type. On univariate analysis, age over 25 (OR = 2.6), multiparity (OR =
2.8), number of gestures, body mass index greater than or equal to 25 kg/m2
(OR = 2.1), infantile enuresis (OR = 2.6), recurrent urinary tract infections
(OR = 2.6), previous vaginal delivery (OR = 14.5) and third trimester of pregnancy
(OR = 1.7) significantly increased the risk of UTI. Independent risk factors
were previous vaginal delivery (OR = 17.6), previous caesarean section
(OR = 5.2), third trimester of pregnancy (OR = 2.01), body mass index greater
than or equal to 25 kg/m2 (OR = 2.09) and coffee consumption (OR = 4.5).
Conclusion: UTI is highly prevalent in pregnant women. Obstetrical parameters
are strongly associated with the risk of UTI during pregnancy.

Urinary Incontinence, Pregnancy, Risk Factors, Burkina Faso