Comparing two methods of catheterization for women with postpartum urinary retention
A Randomized Control Trial About Two Different Regimens of Clean Intermittent Catheterization in Women With Overt PUR: the DICOPUR Trial
This study is testing two different ways of using catheters to see which helps women with postpartum urinary retention recover normal bladder function faster.
Quick facts
| Phase | Not applicable |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 96 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Medical University of Vienna Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Vienna) |
| Trial ID | NCT05188963 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This clinical trial investigates two different regimens of clean intermittent catheterization in women experiencing overt postpartum urinary retention. Participants will be randomly assigned to one of two groups based on different thresholds for acceptable postvoid residual urine volumes (150 ml vs 250 ml). The primary goal is to determine the time it takes for each group to regain normal bladder function, while secondary outcomes include the incidence of urinary tract infections, length of hospital stay, and bladder function scores. A total of 96 women will be enrolled in the study, with 48 in each group.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are women aged 18 and older who have been diagnosed with overt postpartum urinary retention and delivered at the study site.
Not a fit: Patients who refuse to participate or have language barriers may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved management strategies for postpartum urinary retention, enhancing recovery and quality of life for affected women.
How similar studies have performed: While similar studies on catheterization methods exist, this specific comparison of cut-off volumes for postpartum urinary retention is novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Diagnosed overt postpartum urinary retention. * Age ≥ 18 years at delivery date. * Delivery at study site. * signed informed consent. Exclusion Criteria: * Refusal to participate. * Language barrier.
Where this trial is running
Vienna
- Medical University of Vienna/Allgemeines Krankenhaus Wien — Vienna, Austria (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sören Lange, Dr.med.
- Email: soeren.lange@meduniwien.ac.at
- Phone: +43 (0)1-40400-29150
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.