Repairing pelvic organ prolapse using vaginal native tissues

Vaginal Native Tissues Repair for Pelvic Organ Prolapse

Not applicable Interventional University Hospital, Limoges · NCT03875989

This study is testing if using a vaginal patch made from natural tissue works better than traditional surgery for fixing pelvic organ prolapse in women over 50.

Quick facts

PhaseNot applicable
Study typeInterventional
Enrollment214 (estimated)
Ages50 Years and up
SexFemale
SponsorUniversity Hospital, Limoges Academic / other
Locations9 sites (Bordeaux and 8 other locations)
Trial IDNCT03875989 on ClinicalTrials.gov

What this trial studies

This study aims to evaluate the effectiveness of vaginal patch plastron compared to anterior colporraphy for treating pelvic organ prolapse in women aged 50 and older. It focuses on assessing both anatomic and functional success rates at one year post-surgery. The study addresses the significant psychological distress and quality of life issues caused by prolapse, which affects a large percentage of older women. By utilizing native tissue repair methods, the study seeks to minimize complications associated with synthetic mesh repairs.

Who should consider this trial

Good fit: Ideal candidates are women aged 50 and older with symptomatic primary prolapse of the anterior vaginal wall.

Not a fit: Patients with previous surgical cystocele repair or those requiring treatment for myorraphy of levator ani muscles may not benefit from this study.

Why it matters

Potential benefit: If successful, this approach could provide a safer and more effective surgical option for women suffering from pelvic organ prolapse.

How similar studies have performed: Other studies have shown varying success rates with native tissue repairs, but this specific comparison of vaginal patch plastron and anterior colporraphy is novel.

Eligibility criteria

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Inclusion Criteria:

* Patient at 50 years of age or older
* Symptomatic primary prolapse of the anterior vaginal wall defined by Aa and/or Ba points ≥0 according to the POP-Q system
* A positive response to the question "Do you usually have a bulge or something falling out that you can see or feel in your vaginal area?" (question 3 of the PFDI-20)
* Able to give informed consent
* Performans Status score ≤ 2

Exclusion Criteria:

* Patient with need for surgical treatment for myorraphy of levator ani muscles
* Patient with previous surgical cystocele repair.
* Patient with evolving gynaecologic cancer.
* Pregnancy or wish for future pregnancy, lactating woman.
* Inability to participate in study follow-up or to provide informed consent.
* Lack of social insurance .

Where this trial is running

Bordeaux and 8 other locations

How to participate

  1. Review the eligibility criteria above with your treating physician.
  2. Visit the official trial page on ClinicalTrials.gov for the most current contact information and recruitment status.
  3. Contact the listed study coordinator or principal investigator to request pre-screening. Pre-screening is free and never obligates you to enroll.
Conditions Prolapse, VaginalProlapseVaginal native tissues repairPelvic organ
Last reviewed 2026-06-13 by the Find a Trial editorial team. Information on this page is for educational purposes and is not medical advice. Always consult qualified healthcare professionals about clinical trial participation.