Improving the diagnosis of urinary incontinence in older adults
Think Dry: Optimalisation of Diagnostic Process of Urinary Incontinence in Older People
This study is trying to find a better way to diagnose urinary incontinence in older adults, especially those over 65, to help improve their care and outcomes.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 202 (estimated) |
| Ages | 65 Years and up |
| Sex | All |
| Sponsor | University Hospital, Ghent Academic / other |
| Locations | 1 site (Gent) |
| Trial ID | NCT04094753 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This observational study aims to optimize the diagnostic process for urinary incontinence among older individuals, particularly those aged 65 and above. It addresses the complex and multifactorial nature of incontinence, which affects a significant portion of the elderly population. The study will develop a streamlined approach to necessary technical investigations, including blood samples, renal function profiles, frequency volume charts, cystometry, and questionnaires, to better diagnose and evaluate different types of incontinence. By standardizing the diagnostic process, the study seeks to reduce the inconsistency in current guidelines and improve patient outcomes.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are individuals aged 65 and older who experience any type of urinary incontinence, including stress, urge, or mixed incontinence.
Not a fit: Patients with indwelling urinary catheters or those undergoing clean intermittent catheterization, as well as individuals with dementia, may not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could lead to more accurate and efficient diagnoses of urinary incontinence, ultimately improving the quality of life for affected patients.
How similar studies have performed: While there is ongoing research into urinary incontinence, this specific approach to optimizing the diagnostic process is relatively novel and has not been extensively tested in prior studies.
Eligibility criteria
Show full inclusion / exclusion criteria
Inclusion Criteria: * \>= 65 years * Every type of incontinence: stress, urge, mixed. Exclusion Criteria: * Patients with an indwelling urinary catheter are doing clean intermittent catheterization are excluded from the study protocol * Patients with dementia are excluded from the study, based on N-Cog evaluation
Where this trial is running
Gent
- Department of Urology, Ghent University Hospital — Gent, Belgium (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Kim Pauwaert, MD
- Email: kim.pauwaert@uzgent.be
- Phone: +32 093321182
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.