Comparing two surgical methods for pelvic organ prolapse in women
Women's Apical Pelvic Organ Prolapse Treatment - a Randomized Controlled Trial Comparing Transvaginal and Laparoscopic Mesh Surgery
NA · Helsinki University Central Hospital · NCT04478747
This study is testing which surgery, transvaginal mesh or laparoscopic colposacropexy, works better for women with pelvic organ prolapse and how it affects their recovery and quality of life.
Quick facts
| Phase | NA |
|---|---|
| Study type | Interventional |
| Enrollment | 318 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years to 99 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | Helsinki University Central Hospital (other) |
| Locations | 1 site (Helsinki) |
| Trial ID | NCT04478747 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This study aims to compare the effectiveness of transvaginal mesh (TVM) and laparoscopic colposacropexy (CSP) in treating women with apical prolapse. Participants will be divided into sub-groups based on the type of mesh fixation used during the CSP procedure. The study will evaluate both subjective and objective outcomes, including surgical complications, pain, sexual satisfaction, and cost-effectiveness. The goal is to determine which surgical approach provides better results for patients suffering from this condition.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates are women over 18 years old with symptomatic apical prolapse and a history of previous pelvic organ prolapse surgery.
Not a fit: Patients with a BMI over 40 or those with a history of prolonged pain after surgery may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved surgical options and outcomes for women with pelvic organ prolapse.
How similar studies have performed: Previous studies have shown varying success with similar surgical approaches, but this specific comparison is novel.
Eligibility criteria
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Inclusion Criteria: * Age over 18 years and capability to understand the study protocol either in Finnish or Swedish. * Objectively diagnosed symptomatic apical prolapse (leading apical prolapse (points C/D) ≥ -2) and a history of previous POP operation including hysterectomy. * No need for any other concomitant operations except colporrhaphies and possible prophylactic salpingo-oophorectomy in CSP groups Exclusion Criteria: * A history of serious or prolonged pain after any operation or current or previous prolonged (over 6 months) pain of any reason. * BMI over 40 * Regular use of systemic corticosteroid medication. * Incapability to understand the study protocol.
Where this trial is running
Helsinki
- Helsinki Naistenklinikka — Helsinki, Finland (RECRUITING)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Tomi Mikkola, Prof.
- Email: tomi.mikkola@hus.fi
- Phone: +358504271187
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.
Conditions: Prolapse, Vaginal Vault