Lifelong lower urinary tract symptoms (LUTS) are defined based on the phases of bladder function and are grouped into syndromes such as overactive bladder (OAB) and underactive bladder (UAB). Current definitions and research often lack essential components, such as the temporal aspect of how these symptoms develop over an individual's lifetime and cause discomfort. The aim is to study the concept of lifelong LUTS, emphasizing the impact of key transition periods, cardiovascular function, and sleep function.

Research questions:

How can the concept of lifelong OAB be effectively formulated, defining transition periods, and integrating the roles of the LUT and kidneys within this framework?

How can optimizing diagnosis improve the monitoring of lifelong LUTS?

Target groups:

Puberty, menopause, and the transition from adulthood to older and frail elderly have the largest gaps in the literature and will be preferentially studied.