Effectiveness and safety of shorter tapes for urinary incontinence

Is this trial a fit for you?

A plain-English reading of the study's rules. Only the study team can confirm whether you qualify.

What this trial studies

This study evaluates the long-term effectiveness and safety of shorter trans-obturator tapes used in the surgical treatment of stress urinary incontinence (SUI) in women. It focuses on women who underwent surgery with specific tape types between 2009 and 2020, aiming to assess the quality of life improvements and potential complications associated with these shorter slings. The research is observational, meaning it will analyze existing patient data rather than involve new interventions. The goal is to determine if shorter tapes can provide similar benefits to traditional methods while reducing the risk of severe complications.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* All women operated for stress-urinary incontinence with TVT-O Abbrevo of Ajust incontinence sling between 2009 and 2020.

Exclusion Criteria:

* Women operated with other incontinence operations or slings.

Where it's running

• Akershus University Hospital
  Lorenskog, Norway Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Anna Marie Ellstrom Engh Professor, PhD — Akershus university hospital HC
• Study coordinator: Kjersti Rimstad Rimstad, Cand.Med.
• Email: kjerstri@uio.no
• Phone: +4748159564

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How to take part

1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
2. Check the official listing on ClinicalTrials.gov for the latest contact details and recruitment status.
3. Contact the study coordinator or principal investigator to ask for pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.