The prevelance of restless leg syndrome in Ulaanbaatar city’s adults

Abstract

Background: The most of people with restless leg syndrome (RLS) rarely seek medical attention, usually through a screening. Accordingly, it has a significant impact on the quality of life. Objective: To determine the prevalence of restlessness syndrome in Ulaanbaatar. Methods: A total of 826 adults aged 18-65 years were included and screened by a questionnaire. Results: 6.7% (n=55) of the people had a RLS. There was a statistically significant difference in mean age and sex between the demographics of those who were diagnosed and those who were not (p<0.01). 5.9% of men (n=12) and 7.2% of women (n=43) were found to have RLS, which is statistically more likely to frequent in women (p<0.01). In terms of age, RLS is more prevalent in the elderly (35-55 years old). Conclusion: The prevalence of RLS in Ulaanbaatar is 6.7% which is higher in women and in both sexes aged 35-55 and older.