Assessing anal incontinence and its effects on Hungarian women's lives
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)
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 |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 250 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 50 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | University of Pecs Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Pécs, Baranya) |
| Trial ID | NCT06423222 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
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.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are Hungarian women who have given birth at least once and are native Hungarian speakers.
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.
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 performed: While studies on anal incontinence exist, this specific focus on Hungarian women and the adaptation of the ICIQ-B is a novel approach.
Eligibility criteria
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 this trial is running
Pécs, Baranya
- 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
How to participate
- Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
- Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
- Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.