Investigating the prevalence of urinary incontinence in women
Female Urinary Incontinence in Middle-aged Women in Four Hospitals in Northern Italy: a Multicenter Prevalence Study
This study is trying to find out how common urinary incontinence is among middle-aged women and how it affects their lives and costs in Northern Italy.
Quick facts
| Study type | Observational |
|---|---|
| Enrollment | 449 (estimated) |
| Ages | 40 Years to 65 Years |
| Sex | Female |
| Sponsor | IRCCS San Raffaele Academic / other |
| Locations | 4 sites (Osio Sotto, Bergamo and 3 other locations) |
| Trial ID | NCT06291441 on ClinicalTrials.gov |
What this trial studies
This multicenter observational study aims to assess the prevalence, predictors, quality of life, and costs associated with urinary incontinence (UI) among middle-aged women in four hospitals in Northern Italy. The study will collect data from female patients, caregivers, and healthcare personnel to understand the socio-demographic and clinical characteristics of women affected by UI. By identifying predictors and evaluating the social impact and costs, the study seeks to provide a comprehensive overview of this condition's burden on women's health.
Who should consider this trial
Good fit: Ideal candidates for this study are middle-aged women aged 40-65 who are outpatients or caregivers at the participating hospitals.
Not a fit: Patients who are male, younger than 40, older than 65, pregnant, recently postpartum, or who have had urinary or gynecological surgery will not benefit from this study.
Why it matters
Potential benefit: If successful, this study could enhance understanding of urinary incontinence in women, leading to improved management and support strategies.
How similar studies have performed: Other studies have successfully investigated similar aspects of urinary incontinence, indicating that this approach is grounded in established research.
Eligibility criteria
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INCLUSION CRITERIA * Female sex * Middle age (40-65 years old) * Informed consent signed * Comprehension of written and spoken Italian language * Female outpatients intended for any hospital unit (outpatient clinic, day surgery and day hospital patients included) and every female caregiver respecting the previous inclusion criteria, recruited at the central admission and at the private admission of the four hospitals involved * Female workers (healthcare professionals and administrative personnel) of the four hospitals EXCLUSION CRITERIA * Male sex * Young age (\< 40 years) and older age (\> 65 years) * Pregnant women * Puerperium women (up to 40 days post-partum) * Women who had undergone urinary and gynecology surgery
Where this trial is running
Osio Sotto, Bergamo and 3 other locations
- Policlinico San Marco Zingonia — Osio Sotto, Bergamo, Italy (Recruiting)
- Policlinico San Pietro Ponte San Pietro — Bergamo, Italy (Recruiting)
- San Raffaele Turro Hospital (MI) — Milan, Italy (Recruiting)
- San Raffaele Hospital (MI) — Milan, Italy (Recruiting)
Study contacts
- Study coordinator: Sara Trapani
- Email: trapani.sara@hsr.it
- Phone: 338 9879403
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.