Assessing anal incontinence and its effects on Hungarian women's lives
Official title: Prevalence of Anal Incontinence and Its Impact on Quality of Life and Physical Activity Among Hungarian Women Who Have Given Birth, and the Hungarian Language Validation of the International Consultation on Incontinence Modular Questionnaire-Bowels (ICIQ-B)
Run by University of Pecs · NCT06423222 · Data updated 2026-11-12
This study is trying to find out how common anal incontinence is among Hungarian women who have given birth and how it affects their daily lives and activities.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | Women only |
| Enrollment | 250 (estimated) |
| Sponsor | University of Pecs Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Pécs, Baranya) |
| Status | Recruiting |
| Started | April 22, 2024 |
| Main results expected | January 2026 |
| Study ends | July 2027 |
| Registry record updated | May 21, 2024 |
| Trial ID | NCT06423222 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
Is this trial a fit for you?
✓Likely a good fit
Ideal candidates for this study are Hungarian women who have given birth at least once and are native Hungarian speakers.
✕Probably not a fit
Patients who are menopausal or have conditions such as irritable bowel syndrome, Crohn's disease, or other specified pelvic disorders may not benefit from this study.
A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.
What this trial studies
This study aims to evaluate the prevalence of anal incontinence among Hungarian women who have given birth at least once, focusing on how this condition affects their quality of life and physical activity. Additionally, the study seeks to adapt and validate the Hungarian version of the International Consultation on Incontinence Modular Questionnaire - Bowels (ICIQ-B). By gathering data on these women's experiences, the research will provide insights into the impact of anal incontinence on daily living.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and management of anal incontinence, enhancing the quality of life for affected women.
How similar studies have gone: While studies on anal incontinence exist, this specific focus on Hungarian women and the adaptation of the ICIQ-B is a novel approach.
Who can join: the full rules
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Have given birth at least once before * Native Hungarian language Exclusion Criteria: * Menopause * Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) * Chron's disease * Ulcerative colitis * Developmental abnormalities at the level of the pelvic organs * Uninvestigated pelvic pain * Malignant pelvic tumor * Radiotherapy involving the pelvis * Neurological diseases with muscle weakness * Parkinson's disease * Intellectual disability
Where it's running
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Doctoral School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs
Pécs, Baranya, Hungary Recruiting
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Eszter Ambrus — Doctoral School of Health Sciences, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary
- Study coordinator: Márta Hock, PhD
- Email: hock.marta@etk.pte.hu
- Phone: +36-30-7213156
Similar studies
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Pelvic floor muscle training for first-time pregnant women
This project will test whether a home-based, app-accessible pelvic floor exercise program helps first-time pregnant women reduce pelvic floor problems during pregnancy and after birth.
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Care pathways for women with obstetric anal sphincter injury-related incontinence
This study looks at how women with incontinence from childbirth-related injuries are currently cared for to see if better support can be provided.
How to take part
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
- Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.