Urinary metabolites identified using metabolomic analysis as potential biomarkers of nocturia in elderly men

To investigate the association between nocturia and urinary metabolites in elderly men using metabolomic analysis. We recruited 66 men aged 65–80 years. The 3-day frequency volume chart (FCV), International Prostate Symptom Score (IPSS), and quality of life score were used to assess micturition behavior. Participants with the total IPSS > 0 and ≥ 1.5 micturition on an average for three nights were included in the nocturia group. Participants...