Impact of Gender and Race on Gastrointestinal Diseases in Patients With Parkinson's Disease: A Nationwide Analysis.

ABSTRACT:

Background

Gastrointestinal (GI) diseases are common non-motor features of Parkinson's disease (PD), significantly impacting quality of life. The impact of racial and gender disparities in this population remains underexplored. This study examines the association of race and gender with GI diseases in hospitalized patients with PD.

Methods

A retrospective study using the National Inpatient Sample was conducted, including 124,345 hospitalized patients with PD. Multivariable logistic regression was used to assess associations between GI diseases and race/ethnicity (White, Black, Hispanic) and sex, adjusting for confounders.

Results

Overall prevalence of GI diseases in PD was 48.49%. Compared with White males, Black males had higher odds of dysphagia (aOR 1.27, 95% CI 1.

SUBMITTER: Eldesouki MH 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12827495 | biostudies-literature | 2026 Jan

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature