Assessing the quality of life of transgender individuals through an online cohort

Quality of Life of Transgender People - Implementation and Monitoring of an Online Cohort

Observational Ramsay Générale de Santé · NCT05761678

This study is trying to understand the quality of life for transgender individuals by asking them questions about their experiences and challenges throughout their lives.

Quick facts

Study typeObservational
Enrollment500 (estimated)
Ages18 Years and up
SexAll
SponsorRamsay Générale de Santé Academic / other
Locations1 site (Lyon)
Trial IDNCT05761678 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This observational study aims to evaluate the quality of life of transgender individuals throughout their life trajectories and transition paths. It utilizes validated questionnaires in French to gather data on various aspects of their experiences. The study seeks to understand the diverse needs and challenges faced by transgender people, addressing the gaps in existing research and promoting inclusivity. By focusing on their health, social, and life trajectories, the study aims to provide valuable insights into the quality of life of this population.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are French-speaking transgender individuals who are adults and have access to digital tools and the internet.

Not a fit: Patients who do not identify as transgender, are non-French speaking, or lack internet access will not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved understanding and support for the quality of life of transgender individuals.

How similar studies have performed: While there is limited research specifically focused on the quality of life of transgender individuals, similar studies have shown the importance of understanding diverse health experiences in marginalized populations.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Transgender people (having a gender identity or expression that differs from the sex assigned to them at birth);
* People with any of the following characteristics regarding their trans identity:

  * Consultant in one of the transgender reference centers and services for questions/information on the transition;
  * Integrated or having completed a course of care with or without gender reassignment surgery;
  * Not integrated into a health or care pathway.
* French-speaking people;
* Adults;
* People able to use the tools digital;
* People with Internet or 4G access (total or limited)

Exclusion Criteria:

* People who do not identify as transgender;
* Non-French speaking people;
* Minors
* People who do not know how to handle the tools digital data collection;
* People without Internet access.
* Non-French speaking people, unable to speak understand the research questions
* Protected patient: adult under guardianship, curatorship or other legal protection, deprived of liberty by court order or administrative

Where this trial is running

Lyon

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 TransgenderismGender Identity
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