Evaluating quality of life after treatments for pelvic organ prolapse
Quality of Life After Conservative and Surgical Treatment of Pelvic Organ
This study is trying to see how different treatments for pelvic organ prolapse affect the quality of life and incontinence in patients over time.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 134 (estimated) |
| Ages | 18 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Basel, Switzerland Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Basel) |
| Trial ID | NCT04110821 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to gather baseline and follow-up data on patients with pelvic organ prolapse (POP) undergoing either conservative or surgical treatment options. It does not influence the allocation of patients to specific treatments but seeks to understand the impact of these treatments on quality of life and incontinence. The knowledge gained from this study will help in developing future treatment strategies for POP. Participants will be monitored over time to assess their quality of life improvements.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are adults diagnosed with pelvic organ prolapse.
Not a fit: Patients under 18, those unable to provide informed consent, or those with conditions unrelated to pelvic organ prolapse may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to improved treatment strategies that enhance the quality of life for patients with pelvic organ prolapse.
How similar studies have performed: While this study is observational and does not directly test interventions, similar studies have provided valuable insights into treatment outcomes for pelvic organ prolapse.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: \- Pelvic Organ Prolapse (POP) Exclusion Criteria: * \< 18 years * Patients unable to understand an informed consent * Patients unwilling to participate * emergency operations * pregnancy * Overactive Bladder without descensus * Stool incontinence without POP
Where this trial is running
Basel
- University Hospital Basel/Dep. of Visceral Surgery (Clarunis) — Basel, Switzerland (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Principal investigator: Daniel Steinemann, PD Dr. med. — University Hospital Basel, Clarunis
- Study coordinator: Daniel C Steinemann, PD Dr. med.
- Email: daniel.steinemann@clarunis.ch
- Phone: +41 61 777 75 27
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.