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)

Observational University of Pecs · NCT06423222

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 typeObservational
Enrollment250 (estimated)
Ages18 Years to 50 Years
SexFemale
SponsorUniversity of Pecs Academic / other
Locations1 site (Pécs, Baranya)
Trial IDNCT06423222 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

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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

Study contacts

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Anal IncontinenceQuality of LifePhysical ActivityQuestionnaire
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