Preventing pelvic prolapse after hysterectomy using laparoscopic techniques

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 clinical trial aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the laparoscopic McCall suture compared to standard vaginal cuff closure in preventing pelvic prolapse after simple hysterectomy. A total of 182 patients will be randomly assigned to receive either the McCall suture or the standard closure method, with the randomization process conducted in a double-blinded manner. Follow-up assessments will measure pelvic organ prolapse using the POP-Q system at 6 weeks and annually for up to 5 years. The study seeks to provide long-term data on the effectiveness of this laparoscopic approach.

Why it matters

Who can join: the full rules

Inclusion criteria

* LSC simple hysterectomy,
* Neg. SS test if premenopausal
* \>18j,
* Consent to participate in the study
* Understanding of the German language

Exclusion criteria

* Prolapse as indication for surgery
* Known or suspected non-compliance
* Additional incontinence procedures
* Patients with deep infiltrating endometriosis
* Irradiation pre- or postoperative
* Pregnancy and lactation.
* Conversion from laparoscopy to laparotomy
* Inability to understand the study protocol

Where it's running

• Universitätsfrauenklink Inselspital
  Bern, Switzerland Recruiting

Study contacts

• Study coordinator: Diana Höhn, MD
• Email: diana.hoehn@insel.ch
• Phone: 0316321010

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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.