| Title: |
Epidemiology of Constipation and Its Associated Factors in an Ageing Population of People with an Intellectual Disability in Ireland: A Cross-Sectional Study |
| Language: |
English |
| Authors: |
D. J. Fitzpatrick; P. McCallion; M. McCarron; E. A. Burke |
| Source: |
Journal of Intellectual & Developmental Disability. 2024 49(3):322-330. |
| Availability: |
Taylor & Francis. Available from: Taylor & Francis, Ltd. 530 Walnut Street Suite 850, Philadelphia, PA 19106. Tel: 800-354-1420; Tel: 215-625-8900; Fax: 215-207-0050; Web site: http://www.tandf.co.uk/journals |
| Peer Reviewed: |
Y |
| Page Count: |
9 |
| Publication Date: |
2024 |
| Document Type: |
Journal Articles; Reports - Research |
| Descriptors: |
Foreign Countries; Aging (Individuals); Epidemiology; Intellectual Disability; Chronic Illness; Physiology; Incidence; Older Adults; Gender Differences; Place of Residence; Severity (of Disability); Eating Habits; Physical Activity Level; Predictor Variables |
| Geographic Terms: |
Ireland |
| DOI: |
10.3109/13668250.2023.2271759 |
| ISSN: |
1366-8250; 1469-9532 |
| Abstract: |
Background: Constipation impacts health-related quality of life with a burden similar to other chronic conditions. This study characterises the prevalence of constipation and its associated factors in older adults with intellectual disability. Methods: Data from the Intellectual Disability Supplement of The Irish Longitudinal Study on Ageing was analysed using bivariate and multivariate approaches. Results: Constipation affected 43.5% of this cohort and was more common in females, those in residential settings, and those with a severe/profound level of intellectual disability. The type of residence, level of intellectual disability, a low fat diet, high cholesterol, multimorbidity and, physical activity predicted constipation status with 67.7% accuracy. Physical activity was associated with lower constipation prevalence, where minimal activity was sufficient to observe this effect. Conclusions: Constipation is a common health concern in older people with intellectual disability. This analysis reveals characteristics that should inform the careful monitoring of bowel health in this population. |
| Abstractor: |
As Provided |
| Entry Date: |
2024 |
| Accession Number: |
EJ1435550 |
| Database: |
ERIC |