Assessment of a clinic for women with postmenopausal bleeding
A Review on the Outcome of Patient Managed in One Stop Postmenopausal Bleeding Clinic in New Territories East Cluster, NTEC
This study looks at how a special clinic for women with postmenopausal bleeding can quickly diagnose their condition in one visit to improve their care.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 18000 (estimated) |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Chinese University of Hong Kong Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Hong Kong) |
| Trial ID | NCT03382145 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study reviews the outcomes of women who visit a specialized clinic for postmenopausal bleeding (PMB). The clinic aims to provide immediate assessment and diagnosis in a single visit, reducing the need for multiple appointments. It focuses on identifying both benign and malignant causes of PMB, as a significant percentage of cases may indicate serious conditions like endometrial carcinoma. The study collects data on patient history, physical examinations, and diagnostic procedures to improve care for women experiencing PMB.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are postmenopausal women experiencing bleeding.
Not a fit: Patients who have had less than one year of amenorrhea or whose amenorrhea is due to medication may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could lead to quicker diagnoses and better management of postmenopausal bleeding, potentially reducing anxiety and improving outcomes for patients.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown that streamlined assessment clinics can improve patient outcomes, suggesting this approach may be effective.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * Menopausal * postmenopausal bleeding Exclusion Criteria: * had less than one year of amenorrhoea * amenorrhoea due to medication
Where this trial is running
Hong Kong
- The Chinese University of Hong Kong — Hong Kong, Hong Kong (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Chun Wai Cheung — Chinese University of Hong Kong
- Study coordinator: Chun Wai Cheung
- Email: evacwcheung@cuhk.edu.hk
- Phone: 852-35052813
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.