Optimizing bowel habits after pelvic surgery

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 trial investigates the effectiveness of two different bowel regimens for women undergoing vaginal surgery for pelvic organ prolapse. Participants will be randomly assigned to receive either oral senna or rectal bisacodyl suppositories to prevent postoperative constipation. The study aims to address the common issue of delayed bowel function after surgery, which can lead to distress and emergency visits. By comparing the onset of action and effectiveness of these two treatments, the trial seeks to establish an evidence-based approach to managing postoperative bowel habits.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion Criteria:

* Women ages 18 and older scheduled to undergo vaginal pelvic organ prolapse repair

Exclusion Criteria:

* Women younger than 18 years old
* Those unable to provide consent
* Preexisting chronic laxative use
* Conditions that could affect bowel function including, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, colorectal cancer, rectovaginal fistula; concurrent bowel surgery; intraoperative bowel injury

Where it's running

• Wake Forest University Health Sciences
  Winston-Salem, North Carolina, United States Recruiting

Study contacts

• Principal investigator: Candace Parker-Autry, MD — Wake Forest University Health Sciences
• Study coordinator: Christina M Mezes, MD
• Email: cmezes@wakehealth.edu
• Phone: 336-713-4098

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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.